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SLH 63L

1973 Saab 96 V4

Red Petrol 1498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jul 2016
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

87,613 mi
Last recorded87,613 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2015
Typical for 1973 Saab 96 V443,590 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSLH 63L
MakeSaab
Model96 V4
Year1973
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,498cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2015 87,613 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2014 85,471 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2013 76,107 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2011 75,643 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2010 73,230 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2010 73,217 miles

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

Offside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Pass 18 May 2009 73,190 miles
Fail 15 May 2009 73,149 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Nov 2007 70,487 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2006 67,065 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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SLH 63L is a 1973 Saab 96 V4 in Red with a 1,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 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 SLH 63L, 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 SLH 63L?

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What year was SLH 63L registered?

SLH 63L is a 1973 Saab 96 V4, first registered on 6 March 1973.

Is SLH 63L safe to buy?

The MOT history for SLH 63L shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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