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SKX 825M

1974 Saab 96 V4

Red Petrol 1498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Jun 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

54,490 mi
Last recorded54,490 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2026
Typical for 1974 Saab 96 V434,982 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSKX 825M
MakeSaab
Model96 V4
Year1974
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,498cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2026 54,490 miles
Pass 18 May 2022 51,343 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2021 50,248 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Mar 2020 49,142 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2019 47,496 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2018 45,159 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2017 41,801 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2016 38,221 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2015 34,597 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2014 32,289 miles

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 12 Feb 2013 30,902 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2012 29,802 miles

advise breather pipes from rocker covers to air filter u/s

advise chassis showing some signs of corrosion

advise cv boots perishing

advise front brake pads wearing low

Fail 21 Feb 2012 29,802 miles

Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Fuel hose excessively chafed (7.2.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

advise breather pipes from rocker covers to air filter u/s

advise chassis showing some signs of corrosion

advise cv boots perishing

advise front brake pads wearing low

Pass 23 Feb 2011 28,220 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2010 23,580 miles

Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 6 Nov 2008 23,553 miles

general corrosion under vehicle suspension and body also front brake discs

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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SKX 825M is a 1974 Saab 96 V4 in Red with a 1,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

Across all 1974 Saab 96 V4 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.2% with a typical mileage of 34,982 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 SKX 825M, 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 52 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 SKX 825M registered?

SKX 825M is a 1974 Saab 96 V4, first registered on 10 June 1974.

Is SKX 825M safe to buy?

The MOT history for SKX 825M shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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