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XIL 9028

1973 Saab 96 V4

Silver Petrol 1498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Sep 2024
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

98,780 mi
Last recorded98,780 miles
Recorded on1 Sep 2023
Typical for 1973 Saab 96 V443,590 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXIL 9028
MakeSaab
Model96 V4
Year1973
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,498cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Sep 2023 98,780 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2022 98,183 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2021 97,223 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2019 96,815 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2018 96,717 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2017 95,186 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2015 95,071 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2014 93,663 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2012 92,931 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2011
Pass 13 Nov 2010
Pass 22 Sep 2006 90,761 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2006 90,761 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring not correctly located (2.4.C.2)

Nearside Rear Coil spring not correctly located (2.4.C.2)

Offside Rear Coil spring not correctly located (2.4.C.2)

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

oil leak over offside front suspension, brake hose and inner arch

one bolt missing and one half out on centre mount of rear axle beam

rotation tyre on offside rear on wrong way

Pass 13 Sep 2005 90,114 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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XIL 9028 is a 1973 Saab 96 V4 in Silver with a 1,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 XIL 9028, 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 XIL 9028?

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What year was XIL 9028 registered?

XIL 9028 is a 1973 Saab 96 V4, first registered on 1 November 1973.

Is XIL 9028 safe to buy?

The MOT history for XIL 9028 shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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