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PPJ 786R

1977 Saab 96

Red Petrol 1500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jun 2016
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

79,192 mi
Last recorded79,192 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2015
Typical for 1977 Saab 9642,207 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPPJ 786R
MakeSaab
Model96
Year1977
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,500cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Jun 2015 79,192 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2015 79,192 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 12 Jun 2013 79,069 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2013 79,069 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 15 Jun 2011 78,255 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2011 78,255 miles

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 23 Jul 2008 75,632 miles

n/s/c/v boot cracking

n/s/f tyre wall cracking

o/s c/v boot cracking

Pass 21 Jun 2007 74,222 miles
Pass 25 May 2006 73,128 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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PPJ 786R is a 1977 Saab 96 in Red with a 1,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1977 Saab 96 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.2% with a typical mileage of 42,207 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 PPJ 786R, 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 49 years old, this Saab 96 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was PPJ 786R registered?

PPJ 786R is a 1977 Saab 96, first registered on 2 May 1977.

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The MOT history for PPJ 786R shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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