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HGV 445N

1975 Saab 96 V4

Green Petrol 1498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Sep 2019
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

94,291 mi
Last recorded94,291 miles
Recorded on6 Sep 2018
Typical for 1975 Saab 96 V450,909 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHGV 445N
MakeSaab
Model96 V4
Year1975
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,498cc
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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Sep 2018 94,291 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2018 94,291 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Offside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Jun 2016 94,271 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2016 94,271 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

Stop lamp not working both (1.2.1b)

Pass 16 Jun 2015 94,267 miles
Pass 28 May 2014 94,209 miles
Fail 16 May 2014 94,207 miles

Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

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

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

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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HGV 445N is a 1975 Saab 96 V4 in Green with a 1,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 1975 Saab 96 V4 models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.2% with a typical mileage of 50,909 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 V4 fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 321 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HGV 445N, 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 51 years old, this Saab 96 V4 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was HGV 445N registered?

HGV 445N is a 1975 Saab 96 V4, first registered on 9 April 1975.

Is HGV 445N safe to buy?

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