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GEY 681N

1974 Saab 96 V4

Green Petrol 1498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Sep 2023
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

7,544 mi
Last recorded7,544 miles
Recorded on24 Aug 2022
Typical for 1974 Saab 96 V434,982 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGEY 681N
MakeSaab
Model96 V4
Year1974
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,498cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Aug 2022 7,544 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2021 6,701 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Sep 2020 6,149 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2020 6,149 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 29 Apr 2019 4,327 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2018 103,445 miles
Pass 8 May 2017 102,561 miles

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 18 Apr 2016 100,182 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2015 97,602 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Offside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 29 Apr 2014 95,874 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Offside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Fail 29 Apr 2014 95,874 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Offside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 11 Apr 2013 93,797 miles

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 26 Apr 2012 90,939 miles
Pass 3 May 2011 86,894 miles

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 23 Apr 2010 80,835 miles

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

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 29 Apr 2009 76,478 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2008 71,876 miles
Pass 11 May 2007 70,040 miles

How Reliable is the Saab 96 V4?

Based on 2,396 MOT tests across 274 vehicles.

72.6%
Pass Rate
609
Miles/Year
59
Year Lifespan
274
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 321
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 128
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 110
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 93
parking brake recording little or no effort 87
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GEY 681N is a 1974 Saab 96 V4 in Green with a 1,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1974 Saab 96 V4 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.2% with a typical mileage of 34,982 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Saab 96 V4 fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 321 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GEY 681N, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Saab 96 V4 typically stays on UK roads for around 59 years. At 52 years old, this Saab 96 V4 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GEY 681N registered?

GEY 681N is a 1974 Saab 96 V4, first registered on 22 October 1974.

Is GEY 681N safe to buy?

The MOT history for GEY 681N shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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