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WHM 172M

1974 Saab 96

White Petrol 1498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jun 2018
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

96,177 mi
Last recorded96,177 miles
Recorded on2 May 2017
Typical for 1974 Saab 9638,594 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWHM 172M
MakeSaab
Model96
Year1974
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,498cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 May 2017 96,177 miles
Pass 4 May 2016 94,467 miles

front discs slightly scored

Pass 1 Jun 2015 92,890 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

n/s/f brake flexi slighy deteraited

n/s/f track rod end slight play

Pass 2 May 2014 90,878 miles

front discs slightly worn on inside

Pass 3 May 2013 88,324 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 3 May 2013 88,324 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 23 May 2012 86,360 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2011 82,699 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) locking device insecure (3.5.1l)

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

Pass 2 Jun 2011 82,699 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2009 81,715 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2009 81,715 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

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

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 4 Jun 2007 77,128 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2006 75,482 miles
Fail 18 May 2006 75,462 miles

Front front brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Nearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)

Offside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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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WHM 172M is a 1974 Saab 96 in White with a 1,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1974 Saab 96 models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.9% with a typical mileage of 38,594 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 WHM 172M, 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 52 years old, this Saab 96 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was WHM 172M registered?

WHM 172M is a 1974 Saab 96, first registered on 7 June 1974.

Is WHM 172M safe to buy?

The MOT history for WHM 172M shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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