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VSM 999J

1971 Saab 99

Silver Petrol 1709cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Aug 2025
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

81,582 mi
Last recorded81,582 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2024
Typical for 1971 Saab 9961,007 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVSM 999J
MakeSaab
Model99
Year1971
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,709cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 28 Aug 2024 81,582 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2020 79,049 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2020 78,922 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2018 78,914 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Oct 2017 78,907 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2015 78,902 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2014 78,888 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2013 78,849 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2012 78,834 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2011 78,818 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2010 78,776 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2009 78,740 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2008 78,717 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2007 78,690 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2006 78,662 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2005 78,631 miles

How Reliable is the Saab 99?

Based on 4,547 MOT tests across 608 vehicles.

70.3%
Pass Rate
826
Miles/Year
55
Year Lifespan
608
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 390
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 245
brake binding 177
parking brake recording little or no effort 173
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 147
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VSM 999J is a 1971 Saab 99 in Silver with a 1,709cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1971 Saab 99 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.2% with a typical mileage of 61,007 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Saab 99 fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 390 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VSM 999J, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Saab 99 typically stays on UK roads for around 55 years. At 55 years old, this Saab 99 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of VSM 999J?

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What year was VSM 999J registered?

VSM 999J is a 1971 Saab 99, first registered on 1 April 1971.

Is VSM 999J safe to buy?

The MOT history for VSM 999J shows 16 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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