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BOU 293K

1971 Saab 99

Black Petrol 1985cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Aug 2017
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

61,791 mi
Last recorded61,791 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2016
Typical for 1971 Saab 9961,007 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBOU 293K
MakeSaab
Model99
Year1971
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,985cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 12 Aug 2016 61,791 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2015 61,791 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2014 61,776 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2008 48,241 miles

How Reliable is the Saab 99?

Based on 4,547 MOT tests across 608 vehicles.

70.3%
Pass Rate
826
Miles/Year
55
Year Lifespan
608
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 390
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 245
brake binding 177
parking brake recording little or no effort 173
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 147
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BOU 293K is a 1971 Saab 99 in Black with a 1,985cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1971 Saab 99 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.2% with a typical mileage of 61,007 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Saab 99 fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 390 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BOU 293K, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Saab 99 typically stays on UK roads for around 55 years. At 55 years old, this Saab 99 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was BOU 293K registered?

BOU 293K is a 1971 Saab 99, first registered on 28 July 1971.

Is BOU 293K safe to buy?

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