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FDE 383L

1972 Saab 96

White Petrol 1498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Mar 2027
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

84,280 mi
Last recorded84,280 miles
Recorded on3 Mar 2026
Typical for 1972 Saab 9662,332 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFDE 383L
MakeSaab
Model96
Year1972
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,498cc
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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Mar 2026 84,280 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2021 82,681 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2019 82,364 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2018 82,125 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2016 81,579 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2015 80,953 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2012 79,752 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2011 78,798 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2009 71,890 miles

Oil leak

Pass 8 Apr 2008 65,754 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Fail 27 Mar 2008 65,716 miles

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.6.2b)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Oil leak

couldnt fully inspect brakes through wheels

nearside front tyres heavily cracked on outer sidewall

nearside rear tyres heavily cracked on outer sidewall

offside front tyres heavily cracked on outer sidewall

offside rear tyres heavily cracked on outer sidewall

Pass 19 Mar 2007 62,019 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Fail 19 Mar 2007 62,019 miles

Front Steering rack insecure (2.2.B.1a)

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 29 Mar 2006 60,011 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2006 60,011 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

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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FDE 383L is a 1972 Saab 96 in White with a 1,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 FDE 383L, 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 FDE 383L?

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What year was FDE 383L registered?

FDE 383L is a 1972 Saab 96, first registered on 2 November 1972.

Is FDE 383L safe to buy?

The MOT history for FDE 383L shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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