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ORK 683L

1973 Saab 96 V4

Green Petrol 1498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Sep 2018
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

19,927 mi
Last recorded19,927 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2017
Typical for 1973 Saab 96 V443,590 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationORK 683L
MakeSaab
Model96 V4
Year1973
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,498cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2017 19,927 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2016 19,828 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2015 19,752 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2014 19,656 miles

Oil leak

both front tyres are perished

nearside rear tyre is perished

Fail 5 Sep 2014 19,656 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b) DANGEROUS

Oil leak

both front tyres are perished

nearside rear tyre is perished

Fail 3 Sep 2013 19,632 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 3 Sep 2013 19,632 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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ORK 683L is a 1973 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 71.4%.

Across all 1973 Saab 96 V4 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.4% with a typical mileage of 43,590 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 ORK 683L, 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 53 years old, this Saab 96 V4 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of ORK 683L?

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What year was ORK 683L registered?

ORK 683L is a 1973 Saab 96 V4, first registered on 19 June 1973.

Is ORK 683L safe to buy?

The MOT history for ORK 683L shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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