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ORL 803M

1973 Saab 96

White Petrol 1498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jan 2026
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

12,060 mi
Last recorded12,060 miles
Recorded on2 Jan 2025
Typical for 1973 Saab 9649,628 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationORL 803M
MakeSaab
Model96
Year1973
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,498cc
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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 2 Jan 2025 12,060 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2016 10,042 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2015 10,110 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2014 9,949 miles

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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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ORL 803M is a 1973 Saab 96 in White with a 1,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1973 Saab 96 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.6% with a typical mileage of 49,628 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 ORL 803M, 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 53 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 ORL 803M?

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What year was ORL 803M registered?

ORL 803M is a 1973 Saab 96, first registered on 1 November 1973.

Is ORL 803M safe to buy?

The MOT history for ORL 803M shows 4 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does ORL 803M have outstanding finance?

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