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DXC 685L

1972 Saab 96

Green Petrol 1498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jul 2019
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

20,721 mi
Last recorded20,721 miles
Recorded on6 Jul 2018
Typical for 1972 Saab 9662,332 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDXC 685L
MakeSaab
Model96
Year1972
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,498cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Jul 2018 20,721 miles

Nearside Front Seat runner worn

Offside Front Outer Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Seat runner worn

Pass 4 Jul 2017 20,218 miles

Both front seat runners slightly worn.

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Nearside Outer Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 15 Aug 2015 20,085 miles

Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 14 Jun 2014 19,672 miles

both front seat runners slightly worn

oil leak on engine

Fail 12 Jun 2014 19,671 miles

Electrical wiring inadequately supported (1.9.2a)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Electrical wiring insecure (1.9.2a) DANGEROUS

Electrical wiring insecure (1.9.2a) DANGEROUS

both front seat runners slightly worn

oil leak on engine

Fail 22 Jun 2013 63,804 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 22 Jun 2013 63,804 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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DXC 685L is a 1972 Saab 96 in Green with a 1,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1972 Saab 96 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.1% with a typical mileage of 62,332 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 DXC 685L, 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 54 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 DXC 685L registered?

DXC 685L is a 1972 Saab 96, first registered on 25 August 1972.

Is DXC 685L safe to buy?

The MOT history for DXC 685L shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DXC 685L have outstanding finance?

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