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FAE 396K

1972 Saab 96 V4

Blue Petrol 1498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Dec 2026
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

47,161 mi
Last recorded47,161 miles
Recorded on2 Dec 2025
Typical for 1972 Saab 96 V455,528 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFAE 396K
MakeSaab
Model96 V4
Year1972
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,498cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Dec 2025 47,161 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2025 47,135 miles

Offside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Mar 2014 44,997 miles

Offside Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 28 Mar 2013 43,950 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 21 Mar 2013 43,947 miles

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

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

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 7 Mar 2012 42,856 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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

Pass 24 Mar 2011 40,928 miles

Offside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 19 Mar 2010 39,247 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2009 38,292 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2008 36,810 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2007 34,847 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2006 32,981 miles

How Reliable is the Saab 96 V4?

Based on 2,396 MOT tests across 274 vehicles.

72.6%
Pass Rate
609
Miles/Year
59
Year Lifespan
274
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 321
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 128
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 110
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 93
parking brake recording little or no effort 87
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FAE 396K is a 1972 Saab 96 V4 in Blue with a 1,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1972 Saab 96 V4 models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.8% with a typical mileage of 55,528 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Saab 96 V4 fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 321 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FAE 396K, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Saab 96 V4 typically stays on UK roads for around 59 years. At 54 years old, this Saab 96 V4 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FAE 396K registered?

FAE 396K is a 1972 Saab 96 V4, first registered on 13 January 1972.

Is FAE 396K safe to buy?

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