1990 Saab 900 2.0L Petrol · H797 AME
1990 Saab 900 (2.0L, petrol). First registered 01 Aug 1990. Recorded mileage 97,411 miles. MOT expired on 16 Jan 2026.
- Make & Model
- SAAB 900
- Year / Origin
- 1990 · Bournemouth
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 16 Jan 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 97,411 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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H797 AME Key Findings
- 4 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 18/12/2024
- 97,411 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.
H797 AME MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
4 MOT tests are recorded for this 1990 Saab 900 (H797 AME) between November 2022 and December 2024.
The record contains 3 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 18 December 2024 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
H797 AME Mileage History
- 01/11/202297,269 mi
- 17/01/202497,308 mi+39 mi
- 17/01/202497,308 mi
- 18/12/202497,411 mi+103 mi
Average of roughly 67 miles per year across 4 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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