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WMA 583M

1973 Saab 96 V4

Blue Petrol 1700cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 May 2026
Tests20 (20 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

82,905 mi
Last recorded82,905 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2025
Typical for 1973 Saab 96 V443,590 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWMA 583M
MakeSaab
Model96 V4
Year1973
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,700cc

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MOT History

20 pass
Pass 14 Apr 2025 82,905 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2024 79,228 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2023 77,424 miles
Pass 4 May 2022 75,294 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2021 73,836 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2020 73,292 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2019 72,005 miles
Pass 24 May 2018 69,330 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2017 66,639 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2016 63,370 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2015 59,775 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2014 56,104 miles
Pass 31 May 2013 53,233 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 13 Jun 2012 50,018 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 21 Jun 2011 48,464 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2010 43,840 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2009 40,388 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2008 36,806 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2007 31,517 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2006 28,670 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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WMA 583M is a 1973 Saab 96 V4 in Blue with a 1,700cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 WMA 583M, 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 WMA 583M?

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What year was WMA 583M registered?

WMA 583M is a 1973 Saab 96 V4, first registered on 16 November 1973.

Is WMA 583M safe to buy?

The MOT history for WMA 583M shows 20 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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