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YWR 996L

1972 Saab 96

Yellow Petrol 1500cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jul 2026
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

70,317 mi
Last recorded70,317 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2025
Typical for 1972 Saab 9662,332 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYWR 996L
MakeSaab
Model96
Year1972
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,500cc
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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 23 Jul 2025 70,317 miles
Pass 3 May 2024 69,819 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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YWR 996L is a 1972 Saab 96 in Yellow with a 1,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 YWR 996L, 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 YWR 996L?

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What year was YWR 996L registered?

YWR 996L is a 1972 Saab 96, first registered on 1 August 1972.

Is YWR 996L safe to buy?

The MOT history for YWR 996L shows 2 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does YWR 996L have outstanding finance?

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