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OML 693K

1972 Saab 96 V4

Maroon Petrol 1498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Nov 2009
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

94,454 mi
Last recorded94,454 miles
Recorded on18 Nov 2008
Typical for 1972 Saab 96 V455,528 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOML 693K
MakeSaab
Model96 V4
Year1972
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,498cc
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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Fail 18 Nov 2008 94,454 miles

Offside Rear Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Pass 18 Nov 2008 94,454 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2007 94,350 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2007 94,350 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)

Pass 9 Jun 2006 94,348 miles

How Reliable is the Saab 96 V4?

Based on 2,396 MOT tests across 274 vehicles.

72.6%
Pass Rate
609
Miles/Year
59
Year Lifespan
274
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 321
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 128
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 110
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 93
parking brake recording little or no effort 87
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OML 693K is a 1972 Saab 96 V4 in Maroon with a 1,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1972 Saab 96 V4 models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.8% with a typical mileage of 55,528 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 V4 fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 321 recorded failures. If you're considering buying OML 693K, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Saab 96 V4 typically stays on UK roads for around 59 years. At 54 years old, this Saab 96 V4 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was OML 693K registered?

OML 693K is a 1972 Saab 96 V4, first registered on 22 June 1972.

Is OML 693K safe to buy?

The MOT history for OML 693K 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.

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