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XBY 171F

1990 Saab 96

Red Petrol 1740cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jan 2021
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

56,099 mi
Last recorded56,099 miles
Recorded on26 Jan 2020
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXBY 171F
MakeSaab
Model96
Year1990
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,740cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Jan 2020 56,099 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2018 3,911 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2017 3,162 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

exhaust system deteriorated with minor leaks of gases

Pass 25 Jan 2016 3,143 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

exhaust system deteriorated

Pass 16 Apr 2012 3,128 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Pass 14 Apr 2011 3,111 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Fail 8 Apr 2011 3,110 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 26 Mar 2010 3,095 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 26 Mar 2009 2,693 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2007 1,798 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2006 1,682 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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XBY 171F is a 1990 Saab 96 in Red with a 1,740cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 XBY 171F, 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 36 years old, this Saab 96 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was XBY 171F registered?

XBY 171F is a 1990 Saab 96, first registered on 24 April 1990.

Is XBY 171F safe to buy?

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