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CUB 877J

1971 Saab 96

Blue Petrol 1498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Jul 2026
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

43,640 mi
Last recorded43,640 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2025
Typical for 1971 Saab 9654,377 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCUB 877J
MakeSaab
Model96
Year1971
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,498cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 3 Jul 2025 43,640 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2024 43,320 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2023 43,185 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2022 42,941 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2021 42,559 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2020 42,282 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2019 41,944 miles
Pass 29 May 2018 41,822 miles
Pass 18 May 2017 41,531 miles
Pass 24 May 2016 41,349 miles
Pass 28 May 2015 41,277 miles
Pass 19 May 2014 42,216 miles
Pass 22 May 2013 41,039 miles
Pass 21 May 2012 14 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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CUB 877J is a 1971 Saab 96 in Blue with a 1,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 CUB 877J, 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

How do I check the history of CUB 877J?

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What year was CUB 877J registered?

CUB 877J is a 1971 Saab 96, first registered on 25 May 1971.

Is CUB 877J safe to buy?

The MOT history for CUB 877J shows 14 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does CUB 877J have outstanding finance?

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