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FMW 112J

1971 Saab 96

Red Petrol 1740cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Nov 2018
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

54,005 mi
Last recorded54,005 miles
Recorded on18 Nov 2017
Typical for 1971 Saab 9654,377 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFMW 112J
MakeSaab
Model96
Year1971
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,740cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Nov 2017 54,005 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2015 53,901 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2014 53,795 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 12 Jun 2010 53,719 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 10 Jan 2009 53,225 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2006 52,793 miles
Fail 9 Dec 2006 52,784 miles

Brake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)

Nearside Rear wheel cylinder leaking (3.6.A.1)

Offside Rear wheel cylinder leaking (3.6.A.1)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1a)

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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FMW 112J is a 1971 Saab 96 in Red with a 1,740cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 FMW 112J, 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 FMW 112J?

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What year was FMW 112J registered?

FMW 112J is a 1971 Saab 96, first registered on 29 January 1971.

Is FMW 112J safe to buy?

The MOT history for FMW 112J shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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