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PKE 353L

1973 Saab 96 V4

Red Petrol 1498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Nov 2017
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

94,536 mi
Last recorded94,536 miles
Recorded on1 Dec 2016
Typical for 1973 Saab 96 V443,590 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPKE 353L
MakeSaab
Model96 V4
Year1973
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,498cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Dec 2016 94,536 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2016 94,014 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2014 92,539 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 30 Apr 2013 91,666 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

clutch pedal anti-slip worn

slight deterioration to front c.v boots

slight perishing to nearside rear tyre

Fail 30 Apr 2013 91,659 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

clutch pedal anti-slip worn

slight deterioration to front c.v boots

slight perishing to nearside rear tyre

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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PKE 353L is a 1973 Saab 96 V4 in Red with a 1,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 PKE 353L, 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

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What year was PKE 353L registered?

PKE 353L is a 1973 Saab 96 V4, first registered on 18 June 1973.

Is PKE 353L safe to buy?

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