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UYK 506M

1973 Saab 96 V4

Yellow Petrol 1498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Dec 2007
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

89,107 mi
Last recorded89,107 miles
Recorded on9 Dec 2006
Typical for 1973 Saab 96 V443,590 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUYK 506M
MakeSaab
Model96 V4
Year1973
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,498cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Dec 2006 89,107 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2006 89,107 miles

Front registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Offside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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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UYK 506M is a 1973 Saab 96 V4 in Yellow with a 1,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 UYK 506M, 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 UYK 506M registered?

UYK 506M is a 1973 Saab 96 V4, first registered on 12 October 1973.

Is UYK 506M safe to buy?

The MOT history for UYK 506M shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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