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HYC 905D

1966 Saab 96

Red Petrol 841cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jan 2010
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

9,853 mi
Last recorded9,853 miles
Recorded on22 Jan 2009
Typical for 1966 Saab 9659,698 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHYC 905D
MakeSaab
Model96
Year1966
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine841cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Jan 2009 9,853 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2009 9,853 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 22 Aug 2007 9,679 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2007 9,679 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

nearside front door check strap missing

offside front door check strap missing

Pass 31 Aug 2006 9,540 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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HYC 905D is a 1966 Saab 96 in Red with a 841cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1966 Saab 96 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.2% with a typical mileage of 59,698 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 HYC 905D, 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 60 years old, this Saab 96 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of HYC 905D?

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What year was HYC 905D registered?

HYC 905D is a 1966 Saab 96, first registered on 1 May 1966.

Is HYC 905D safe to buy?

The MOT history for HYC 905D shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does HYC 905D have outstanding finance?

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