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GVL 436N

1975 Saab 96

White Petrol 1498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Mar 2027
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

33,745 mi
Last recorded33,745 miles
Recorded on9 Mar 2026
Typical for 1975 Saab 9631,568 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGVL 436N
MakeSaab
Model96
Year1975
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,498cc
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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Mar 2026 33,745 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all four (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Central Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Service brake binding but not excessively nearside front & offside rear (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 9 Mar 2026 33,745 miles

All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all four (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Central Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Service brake binding but not excessively nearside front & offside rear (1.2.1 (f))

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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GVL 436N is a 1975 Saab 96 in White with a 1,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1975 Saab 96 models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.9% with a typical mileage of 31,568 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 GVL 436N, 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 51 years old, this Saab 96 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of GVL 436N?

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What year was GVL 436N registered?

GVL 436N is a 1975 Saab 96, first registered on 1 January 1975.

Is GVL 436N safe to buy?

The MOT history for GVL 436N shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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