1983 Saab 900 2.0L Petrol · GCP 723Y
1983 Saab 900 (2.0L, petrol). First registered 07 Jun 1983. Recorded mileage 91,076 miles. MOT expired on 06 Jul 2024.
- Make & Model
- SAAB 900
- Year / Origin
- 1983 · Maidstone
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 06 Jul 2024
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 91,076 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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GCP 723Y Key Findings
- 3 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 21/06/2023
- 91,076 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
GCP 723Y MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
3 MOT tests are recorded for this 1983 Saab 900 (GCP 723Y) between July 2022 and June 2023.
The record contains 2 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 21 June 2023 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
GCP 723Y Mileage History
- 01/07/202290,791 mi
- 21/06/202391,076 mi+285 mi
- 21/06/202391,076 mi
Average of roughly 293 miles per year across 3 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: Below Average
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- 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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