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FDG 726L

1973 Saab 96

Beige Petrol 1498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Nov 2018
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

91,951 mi
Last recorded91,951 miles
Recorded on25 Oct 2017
Typical for 1973 Saab 9649,628 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFDG 726L
MakeSaab
Model96
Year1973
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,498cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Oct 2017 91,951 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2016 91,713 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2015 91,165 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2014 89,974 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2010 89,648 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2009 89,161 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2008 88,583 miles

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

rear brakes will need adjusting soon,ok at test.

Pass 7 Sep 2007 88,506 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2007 88,502 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 4 Sep 2006 88,280 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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FDG 726L is a 1973 Saab 96 in Beige with a 1,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 1973 Saab 96 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.6% with a typical mileage of 49,628 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 FDG 726L, 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 53 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 FDG 726L registered?

FDG 726L is a 1973 Saab 96, first registered on 9 February 1973.

Is FDG 726L safe to buy?

The MOT history for FDG 726L shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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