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DLY 970C

1965 Saab 96

Blue Petrol 841cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Apr 2019
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

19,198 mi
Last recorded19,198 miles
Recorded on19 Apr 2018
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDLY 970C
MakeSaab
Model96
Year1965
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine841cc
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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Apr 2018 19,198 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2017 19,155 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2016 19,137 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2015 19,078 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2014 19,051 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2013 18,777 miles

n/s/f brake slightly binding

under side of vehicle wax oiled

Pass 22 Mar 2012 18,696 miles

n/s/f brake slightly binding

o/s/r brake slightly binding

under side of vehicle waxoil

Pass 25 Feb 2011 18,228 miles

ADVISE : ALL RUBBER SUSPENSION BUSHES SHOWING SIGNS OF CRACKING AND DETERIORATION.

Pass 1 Mar 2010 18,181 miles

ADVISE : NEAR SIDE FRONT BRAKE BINDING.

ADVISE : SIGNS OF ALL RUBBER SUSPENSION BUSHES CRACKING.

Pass 2 Mar 2009 18,075 miles

ADVISE : ALL SUSPENSION BUSHES SHOWING SIGNS OF DETERIORATION.

Pass 1 Feb 2008 18,049 miles

ADVISE : NEAR SIDE FRONT BRAKE BINDING.

ADVISE : ALL SUSPENSION BUSHES SHOWING SIGNS OF DETERIORATION.

Pass 29 Jan 2007 17,980 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2006 17,902 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2006 17,902 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

ADVISE : CENTRE EXHAUST MOUNTINGS BROKEN AND WEAK.

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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DLY 970C is a 1965 Saab 96 in Blue with a 841cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 DLY 970C, 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 61 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 DLY 970C?

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What year was DLY 970C registered?

DLY 970C is a 1965 Saab 96, first registered on 18 March 1965.

Is DLY 970C safe to buy?

The MOT history for DLY 970C shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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