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Saab 900

Green · Petrol · 1991 · 1,985 cc

900 YXWMOT history

900 YXW is a green petrol Saab 900 first used on 31 Dec 1991. Its MOT is valid until 23 Jun 2027 and it has passed 19 of 31 MOT tests, with 142,807 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Jun 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 23 Jun 2027
Mileage
142,807 mi
At MOT on 24 Jun 2026
MOT tests
31
19 passed · 12 failed
Per year
2,021 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
900 YXW
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Saab
Model
900
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,985 cc
Year of manufacture
1991
First used
31 Dec 1991
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
24 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

900 YXW was last recorded at 142,807 miles on 24 Jun 2026, 38 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Jun 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
142,769 miles · 11 Jun 2026
Between the last two tests
38 miles
Average per year
2,021 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 142,807 miles
  • 2025 – 142,194 miles
  • 2023 – 138,576 miles
  • 2021 – 136,359 miles
  • 2020 – 134,621 miles
  • 2019 – 133,883 miles
  • 2018 – 131,358 miles
  • 2017 – 129,212 miles
  • 2016 – 127,675 miles
  • 2015 – 126,080 miles
  • 2014 – 124,184 miles
  • 2013 – 121,288 miles
  • 2012 – 117,402 miles
  • 2011 – 114,498 miles
  • 2010 – 112,149 miles
  • 2009 – 110,185 miles
  • 2008 – 107,632 miles
  • 2007 – 105,090 miles
  • 2006 – 101,727 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass142,807 miles
  • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both Outer Bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2013–2016

Full MOT history

31 tests since 24 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass142,807 miles (+38)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    142,807 miles
    Test number
    419374656618
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both Outer Bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail142,769 miles (+575)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,769 miles
    Test number
    874281927440
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Front Of Wheel Arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Front Of Wheel Arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both Outer Bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass142,194 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2026
    Odometer
    142,194 miles
    Test number
    499369367235

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail142,194 miles (+3,618)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,194 miles
    Test number
    442641006146
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  5. Pass138,576 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    138,576 miles
    Test number
    810227588010

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail138,576 miles (+2,217)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,576 miles
    Test number
    477513108284
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

  7. Pass136,359 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    136,359 miles
    Test number
    819989038526
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  8. Fail136,359 miles (+1,738)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,359 miles
    Test number
    779257928404
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  9. Pass134,621 miles (+738)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    134,621 miles
    Test number
    447542059619

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass133,883 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2020
    Odometer
    133,883 miles
    Test number
    687920099248
    • MinorRear fog lamp switch not operating in accordance with the requirements (4.5.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Fail133,883 miles (+2,525)2 repaired1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,883 miles
    Test number
    551016623982
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorRear fog lamp switch not operating in accordance with the requirements (4.5.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  12. Pass131,358 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2019
    Odometer
    131,358 miles
    Test number
    169735180426

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail131,358 miles (+2,146)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,358 miles
    Test number
    962180449120
    • FailureFront Headlamp aim too low both (1.8)

  14. Pass129,212 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2018
    Odometer
    129,212 miles
    Test number
    683249542201

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail129,212 miles (+1,537)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,212 miles
    Test number
    420851355137
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

  16. Pass127,675 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    127,675 miles
    Test number
    983354198860

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail127,647 miles (+1,567)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,647 miles
    Test number
    673087483158
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  18. Pass126,080 miles (+18)
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    126,080 miles
    Test number
    855696835072

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail126,062 miles (+1,878)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,062 miles
    Test number
    768335335018
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureOffside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  20. Pass124,184 miles (+2,896)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    124,184 miles
    Test number
    227166614078
    • NoteHeadlamp patterns a little indistinct and aims on limits* acceptable windscreen stickers* minor wear of osf seatbelt webbing* operation of fog lamp switch poor - but light operational at time of test*
    • NoteSlight imbalance on nsr handbrake operation* washer jets poor but adequate*

  21. Pass121,288 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    121,288 miles
    Test number
    135762953412
    • NoteHeadlamp patterns a little indistinct and aims on aim limits* shieldson underbody,etc, restrict examination* front no.p,ate cracked*

  22. Fail121,288 miles (+3,886)3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,288 miles
    Test number
    339339743015
    • FailureOffside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteHeadlamp patterns a little indistinct and aims on aim limits* shieldson underbody,etc, restrict examination* front no.p,ate cracked*

  23. Pass117,402 miles (+2,904)1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    117,402 miles
    Test number
    147443752432
    • NoteGeneral engine gearbox oil leaks, fog lamp switch stiff in operation.

  24. Fail114,498 miles2 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,498 miles
    Test number
    106490741000
    • Repaired at testFront Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testFront Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • NoteHeadlamp patterns a little indistinct and on aim limits* osr and nsf tyres worn* oil leaks* unable to examine entirety of brake pipes*

  25. Pass114,498 miles (+2,349)1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    114,498 miles
    Test number
    268160041095
    • NoteHeadlamp patterns a little indistinct and on aim limits* osr and nsf tyres worn* oil leaks* unable to examine entirety of brake pipes*

  26. Pass112,149 miles (+1,964)1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    112,149 miles
    Test number
    793611440063
    • NoteHEADLAMP AIMS ON AIM LIMITS*SLIGHT FRAYING OSF SEATBELT WEBBING* SHIELDS ON UNDERBODY,ETC, RESTRICT EXAMINATION* OSR TYRE WORN* EXHAUST GAS SEEPAGE FROM DRAIN HOLE*

  27. Pass110,185 miles (+2,553)1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    110,185 miles
    Test number
    201434459053
    • NoteExhaust very rusty andhasminor leak, headlamp aims justw ithin set limits, various engine oil leaks.

  28. Pass107,632 miles (+2,542)1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    107,632 miles
    Test number
    963324348022
    • NoteExhaust very rusty in plsaces, osf brake hose perished, headlamp aims just withinset limikts.

  29. Pass105,090 miles (+3,363)1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    105,090 miles
    Test number
    401458937054
    • NoteOsf brake hose perished, minor exhaust gasleak, exhaust very rusty in places.

  30. Pass101,727 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    101,727 miles
    Test number
    574925856027

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Fail101,727 miles2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,727 miles
    Test number
    250755856076
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureStop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • NoteMINOR EXHAUST GAS LEAK FROM REAR UNION* UNABLE TO CHECK OUTER SILLS DUE TO PLASTIC SHIELDS* OSF AND OSR TYRES WORN* VARIOUS OIL LEAKS* OSF BRAKE HOSE WORN*

Questions about 900 YXW

What vehicle is registration 900 YXW currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show 900 YXW on a green petrol Saab 900 first used on 31 Dec 1991. Dateless registrations can be transferred between vehicles, so earlier MOT tests may have been under a different registration. Registered keeper details are not public and are not shown.
Does 900 YXW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on 900 YXW is valid until 23 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on 900 YXW?
The MOT on 900 YXW is valid until 23 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has 900 YXW done?
900 YXW was recorded at 142,807 miles at its MOT on 24 Jun 2026, an average of 2,021 miles a year.
Has 900 YXW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. 900 YXW has failed 12 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Jun 2026.
Has the mileage on 900 YXW ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on 900 YXW find?
900 YXW passed its latest MOT on 24 Jun 2026 with 3 advisories: central exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; front anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both outer bushes; oil leak, but not excessive.

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