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GMF 823N

1974 Saab 96

Red Petrol 1498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Nov 2026
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

83,999 mi
Last recorded83,999 miles
Recorded on3 Nov 2025
Typical for 1974 Saab 9638,594 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGMF 823N
MakeSaab
Model96
Year1974
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,498cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Nov 2025 83,999 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2025 83,994 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength vehicle underside, suspension arm mounting area (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Coolant leak ()

Nearside Front corrosion within inner wheel arch

Offside Rear tyre fitted wrong way round (asymmetrical)

Pass 20 Nov 2024 83,380 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2022 82,823 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2022 82,821 miles

Battery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

reverse lamp inoperative

Pass 31 Jul 2017 82,799 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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GMF 823N is a 1974 Saab 96 in Red with a 1,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1974 Saab 96 models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.9% with a typical mileage of 38,594 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 GMF 823N, 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 52 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 GMF 823N registered?

GMF 823N is a 1974 Saab 96, first registered on 5 November 1974.

Is GMF 823N safe to buy?

The MOT history for GMF 823N shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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