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GYM 239J

1971 Saab 96

Red Petrol 1498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Mar 2019
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

77,848 mi
Last recorded77,848 miles
Recorded on19 Feb 2018
Typical for 1971 Saab 9654,377 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGYM 239J
MakeSaab
Model96
Year1971
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,498cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Feb 2018 77,848 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2017 76,935 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2016 76,154 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2015 75,671 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2014 75,319 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2013 74,528 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2012 73,002 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2011 72,123 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Oil leak

Pass 3 Mar 2010 70,382 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 24 Feb 2010 70,335 miles

Offside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

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

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 26 Feb 2009 69,198 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2008 68,085 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2007 67,058 miles

1/ n/s/ door push button sticking †2/ exhaust mountings cracked

Pass 21 Feb 2006 66,389 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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GYM 239J is a 1971 Saab 96 in Red with a 1,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 GYM 239J, 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

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What year was GYM 239J registered?

GYM 239J is a 1971 Saab 96, first registered on 8 June 1971.

Is GYM 239J safe to buy?

The MOT history for GYM 239J shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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