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HHW 114L

1972 Saab 96

Blue Petrol 1498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Jul 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

78,722 mi
Last recorded78,722 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2026
Typical for 1972 Saab 9662,332 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHHW 114L
MakeSaab
Model96
Year1972
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,498cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2026 78,722 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2025 77,049 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2024 75,013 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2018 73,795 miles

Nearside Lower Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Lower Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Fail 6 Feb 2018 73,792 miles

Brake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)

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

Pass 9 Feb 2017 73,757 miles

Nearside Lower Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Lower Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Fail 9 Feb 2017 73,757 miles

Nearside Lower Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear wheel cylinder has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Lower Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 9 Feb 2016 73,743 miles

Nearside Lower Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Lower Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 27 Jan 2015 73,689 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2014 73,668 miles

Nearside Lower Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Lower Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 7 Feb 2013 73,660 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2012 73,647 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2011 73,639 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2010 73,620 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2009 73,611 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2008 73,563 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2007 73,405 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 30 Jan 2006 73,341 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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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HHW 114L is a 1972 Saab 96 in Blue with a 1,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1972 Saab 96 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.1% with a typical mileage of 62,332 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 HHW 114L, 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 54 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 HHW 114L registered?

HHW 114L is a 1972 Saab 96, first registered on 1 August 1972.

Is HHW 114L safe to buy?

The MOT history for HHW 114L 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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