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YAP 546J

1971 Saab 96 V4

Grey Petrol 1498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Sep 2019
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

40,199 mi
Last recorded40,199 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2018
Typical for 1971 Saab 96 V456,304 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYAP 546J
MakeSaab
Model96 V4
Year1971
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,498cc
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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Sep 2018 40,199 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2017 38,042 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2016 37,578 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2013 37,144 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2009 34,743 miles

Battery insecure

normal exhaust fitted at time of mot.

Fail 1 Sep 2009 34,734 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar vehicle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.4)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Battery insecure

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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YAP 546J is a 1971 Saab 96 V4 in Grey with a 1,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1971 Saab 96 V4 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.0% with a typical mileage of 56,304 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 YAP 546J, 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 55 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 YAP 546J?

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What year was YAP 546J registered?

YAP 546J is a 1971 Saab 96 V4, first registered on 2 February 1971.

Is YAP 546J safe to buy?

The MOT history for YAP 546J shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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