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PGX 95L

1973 Saab 96 V4

Beige Petrol 1498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Jul 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

4,330 mi
Last recorded4,330 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2025
Typical for 1973 Saab 96 V443,590 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPGX 95L
MakeSaab
Model96 V4
Year1973
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,498cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Jul 2025 4,330 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2024 4,225 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2023 3,731 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2021 3,277 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2020 3,089 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2018 2,375 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2017 1,517 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2015 719 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2014 98,701 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2013 98,393 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2012 96,070 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2011 94,960 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2009 94,544 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2008 94,011 miles

COIL SPRINGS CORRODED IN PLACES

Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

SUSPENSION CORRODED IN PLACES

Fail 13 Mar 2008 94,011 miles

COIL SPRINGS CORRODED IN PLACES

Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

SUSPENSION CORRODED IN PLACES

Pass 3 Aug 2006 93,328 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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PGX 95L is a 1973 Saab 96 V4 in Beige with a 1,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 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 PGX 95L, 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 PGX 95L?

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What year was PGX 95L registered?

PGX 95L is a 1973 Saab 96 V4, first registered on 1 May 1973.

Is PGX 95L safe to buy?

The MOT history for PGX 95L shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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