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JBW 481N

1975 Saab 96 V4

Red Petrol 1498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jun 2023
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

74,313 mi
Last recorded74,313 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2022
Typical for 1975 Saab 96 V450,909 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJBW 481N
MakeSaab
Model96 V4
Year1975
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,498cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2022 74,313 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2021 73,614 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2020 72,926 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2020 72,926 miles

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

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 Jun 2019 72,356 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2018 71,537 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2017 70,913 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2017 70,913 miles

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

Offside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 21 Jun 2016 70,140 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2015 69,257 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2014 68,371 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2013 67,313 miles

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

Rear coil spring worn (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 23 Jul 2012 65,860 miles

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

Pass 1 Jul 2011 64,439 miles

o/s & n/s front wheels binding

o/s rear floor corroded

Pass 8 Jul 2010 62,586 miles

NEARSIDE REAR WHEEL BEARING SLIGHTLY NOISY WHEN SPUN

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

REAR BRAKES SLIGHTLY OUT OF BALANCE

Pass 14 Mar 2009 61,801 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2008 60,807 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2007 59,470 miles

Front passenger seat missing. † †Slight bind front roadwheels.

Pass 22 Nov 2005 59,448 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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JBW 481N is a 1975 Saab 96 V4 in Red with a 1,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 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 JBW 481N, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was JBW 481N registered?

JBW 481N is a 1975 Saab 96 V4, first registered on 3 January 1975.

Is JBW 481N safe to buy?

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