1988 Saab 900 2.0L Petrol · F41 RMC
1988 Saab 900 (2.0L, petrol). First registered 01 Aug 1988. Recorded mileage 85,312 miles. MOT valid until 19 Jan 2027.
- Make & Model
- SAAB 900
- Year / Origin
- 1988 · Nottingham
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 19 Jan 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 85,312 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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F41 RMC Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 12/01/2026
- 85,312 miles recorded at latest MOT
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
F41 RMC MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 1988 Saab 900 (F41 RMC) between January 2022 and January 2026.
The record contains 5 passes and 0 failures.
No failures or advisories appear anywhere in the recorded tests, so the documented MOT record is relatively clean.
F41 RMC Mileage History
- 27/01/202284,271 mi
- 15/02/202384,725 mi+454 mi
- 14/02/202484,865 mi+140 mi
- 20/01/202585,035 mi+170 mi
- 12/01/202685,312 mi+277 mi
Average of roughly 263 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Saab Saab 900 (Classic)
Our database tracks 4 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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SAAB 900 Model Intelligence & Reliability
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Historical MOT pass rates and DVLA records for 1988 model year cars.
- Gearbox FailureSerious
The gearbox is located underneath the engine and is a known weak point, especially on Turbo models.
- Body RustSerious
Structural rust in the wheel arches and floor can be terminal if not caught early.
- Gearbox Oil Leak and Pinion Bearing WearModerate
The gearbox sits directly beneath the engine and is prone to oil leaks from seals and gaskets. The pinion bearing can also wear, producing a distinctive whine especially in 5th gear.
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