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MBW 283L

1972 Saab 96

Blue Petrol 1498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Sep 2018
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

31,754 mi
Last recorded31,754 miles
Recorded on27 Sep 2017
Typical for 1972 Saab 9662,332 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMBW 283L
MakeSaab
Model96
Year1972
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,498cc
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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 27 Sep 2017 31,754 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2016 31,841 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2015 31,604 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2014 31,544 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2013 31,448 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

steering/gaitors,/damaged

Pass 26 Sep 2012 31,424 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 28 Sep 2011 31,396 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2010 31,364 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2009 31,299 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2008 31,130 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2007 30,907 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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MBW 283L is a 1972 Saab 96 in Blue with a 1,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 MBW 283L, 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.

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What year was MBW 283L registered?

MBW 283L is a 1972 Saab 96, first registered on 7 December 1972.

Is MBW 283L safe to buy?

The MOT history for MBW 283L shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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