MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
81,289 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Vehicle Details
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
How Reliable is the Saab 96 V4?
Based on 2,396 MOT tests across 274 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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JBK 542P is a 1975 Saab 96 V4 in Cream 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 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 JBK 542P, 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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How do I check the history of JBK 542P?
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What year was JBK 542P registered?
JBK 542P is a 1975 Saab 96 V4, first registered on 1 August 1975.
Is JBK 542P safe to buy?
The MOT history for JBK 542P 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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