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WDF 711J

1971 Saab 96

Blue Petrol 1498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Apr 2019
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

57,803 mi
Last recorded57,803 miles
Recorded on12 Apr 2018
Typical for 1971 Saab 9654,377 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWDF 711J
MakeSaab
Model96
Year1971
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,498cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Apr 2018 57,803 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2016 56,971 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2015 56,770 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2014 56,056 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2013 55,518 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2012 55,358 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2011 54,901 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 11 Jun 2010 54,459 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 3 Jun 2009 53,503 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 3 Jun 2009 53,503 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 9 Jun 2008 52,764 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2007 52,205 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2006 51,705 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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WDF 711J is a 1971 Saab 96 in Blue with a 1,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 1971 Saab 96 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.6% with a typical mileage of 54,377 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 WDF 711J, 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 55 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 WDF 711J?

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What year was WDF 711J registered?

WDF 711J is a 1971 Saab 96, first registered on 22 February 1971.

Is WDF 711J safe to buy?

The MOT history for WDF 711J shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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