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COD 612L

1973 Saab 96 V4

Red Petrol 1498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 May 2019
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

66,898 mi
Last recorded66,898 miles
Recorded on1 May 2018
Typical for 1973 Saab 96 V443,590 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCOD 612L
MakeSaab
Model96 V4
Year1973
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,498cc
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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 May 2018 66,898 miles
Pass 17 May 2017 66,837 miles
Pass 5 May 2016 66,261 miles

n/s/f tyre cracked wall

Pass 13 Apr 2015 66,047 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2014 65,591 miles

n/s/f side wall perrished

Pass 18 Apr 2013 65,261 miles

n/s/f tyre side wall perrished

Pass 12 Apr 2012 63,877 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2011 62,607 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2011 62,555 miles

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Pass 9 Apr 2010 60,514 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2009 59,216 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2008 57,026 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2008 57,026 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 24 Apr 2007 55,618 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2007 55,618 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 28 Apr 2006 53,304 miles

How Reliable is the Saab 96 V4?

Based on 2,396 MOT tests across 274 vehicles.

72.6%
Pass Rate
609
Miles/Year
59
Year Lifespan
274
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 321
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 128
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 110
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 93
parking brake recording little or no effort 87
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COD 612L is a 1973 Saab 96 V4 in Red with a 1,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 1973 Saab 96 V4 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.4% with a typical mileage of 43,590 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Saab 96 V4 fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 321 recorded failures. If you're considering buying COD 612L, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Saab 96 V4 typically stays on UK roads for around 59 years. At 53 years old, this Saab 96 V4 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was COD 612L registered?

COD 612L is a 1973 Saab 96 V4, first registered on 9 May 1973.

Is COD 612L safe to buy?

The MOT history for COD 612L shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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