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AMB 786K

1971 Saab 96

White Petrol 1495cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Oct 2020
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

88,374 mi
Last recorded88,374 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2019
Typical for 1971 Saab 9654,377 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAMB 786K
MakeSaab
Model96
Year1971
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,495cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2019 88,374 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2018 87,981 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2017 87,557 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2016 87,039 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2015 86,612 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2014 86,232 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2013 85,868 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2013 85,857 miles

Offside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Pass 23 Mar 2012 85,553 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2011 85,063 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2010 84,569 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2009 83,942 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2008 82,890 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2007 82,232 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2007 82,232 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) flickers when tapped lightly by hand (1.1.4c)

Pass 5 Apr 2006 81,611 miles

How Reliable is the Saab 96?

Based on 2,523 MOT tests across 307 vehicles.

77.3%
Pass Rate
449
Miles/Year
64
Year Lifespan
307
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 179
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 87
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 84
brake recording little or no effort 55
Stop lamp not working 52
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AMB 786K is a 1971 Saab 96 in White with a 1,495cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1971 Saab 96 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.6% with a typical mileage of 54,377 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Saab 96 fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 179 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AMB 786K, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Saab 96 typically stays on UK roads for around 64 years. At 55 years old, this Saab 96 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AMB 786K registered?

AMB 786K is a 1971 Saab 96, first registered on 6 August 1971.

Is AMB 786K safe to buy?

The MOT history for AMB 786K shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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