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XDB 192K

1972 Saab 96

Black Petrol 1498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Nov 2014
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

31,167 mi
Last recorded31,167 miles
Recorded on19 Nov 2013
Typical for 1972 Saab 9662,332 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXDB 192K
MakeSaab
Model96
Year1972
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,498cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Nov 2013 31,167 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2012 30,293 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2011 29,711 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2010 28,990 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2008 29,212 miles

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Fail 4 Aug 2008 29,212 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 19 Jun 2007 28,921 miles

imbalance in rear brakes

n/s/r service brake effort slightly low

slight play in o/s/f anti roll bar bush

Fail 14 Jun 2007 28,921 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

rear brake application slightly uneven

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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XDB 192K is a 1972 Saab 96 in Black with a 1,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1972 Saab 96 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.1% with a typical mileage of 62,332 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 XDB 192K, 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 54 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 XDB 192K?

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What year was XDB 192K registered?

XDB 192K is a 1972 Saab 96, first registered on 3 May 1972.

Is XDB 192K safe to buy?

The MOT history for XDB 192K shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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