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FXF 970H

1970 Saab 96

Green Petrol 1498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Oct 2018
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

46,577 mi
Last recorded46,577 miles
Recorded on13 Oct 2017
Typical for 1970 Saab 9623,886 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFXF 970H
MakeSaab
Model96
Year1970
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,498cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Oct 2017 46,577 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2016 45,780 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2015 44,928 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2014 44,086 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2014 43,479 miles

Offside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Pass 17 Feb 2014 43,479 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2013 41,294 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2012 39,197 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2011 38,435 miles

Nearside Inner Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Inner Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Inner Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Inner Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 13 Feb 2010 37,381 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

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

Offside Front front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear front brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Pass 14 Feb 2009 35,487 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2008 31,193 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2007 30,478 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

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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FXF 970H is a 1970 Saab 96 in Green with a 1,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 1970 Saab 96 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.6% with a typical mileage of 23,886 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 FXF 970H, 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 56 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 FXF 970H registered?

FXF 970H is a 1970 Saab 96, first registered on 16 June 1970.

Is FXF 970H safe to buy?

The MOT history for FXF 970H shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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