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A430 FRC

1984 Pontiac Firebird

Black Petrol 5700cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Mar 2015
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

Typical for 1984 Pontiac Firebird65,761 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA430 FRC
MakePontiac
ModelFirebird
Year1984
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,700cc
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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Mar 2014

car been standing

slight imbalance front and rear brakes

various corrosion under car

various suspension bushes perished/ deteriated

Pass 2 Feb 2013

slight imbalance rear brakes

car been standing

parking brake lever has long travel

slight imbalance front brakes

Fail 2 Feb 2013

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

car been standing

parking brake lever has long travel

slight imbalance front brakes

slight imbalance rear brakes

Pass 29 Nov 2011

car been modified

car been standing

n/s/r service brake slightly low effort

slight oil leak

slight play both rear wheel bearings

Pass 10 Sep 2010

car been modified

front anti roll bar link bushes deteriated

oil leaks

slight play in steering joints

Fail 10 Sep 2010

Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

car been modified

front anti roll bar link bushes deteriated

oil leaks

slight play in steering joints

Pass 17 Sep 2009

car has had lots of modifications (made to look like kit from knight rider) but meets the mot standard

slight oil leak

How Reliable is the Pontiac Firebird?

Based on 8,717 MOT tests across 1,065 vehicles.

79.4%
Pass Rate
640
Miles/Year
58
Year Lifespan
1,065
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 226
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 198
Brake pipe excessively corroded 177
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 154
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 140
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A430 FRC is a 1984 Pontiac Firebird in Black with a 5,700cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1984 Pontiac Firebird models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.0% with a typical mileage of 65,761 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 Pontiac Firebird fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 226 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A430 FRC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Pontiac Firebird typically stays on UK roads for around 58 years. At 42 years old, this Pontiac Firebird is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of A430 FRC?

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What year was A430 FRC registered?

A430 FRC is a 1984 Pontiac Firebird, first registered on 30 December 1984.

Is A430 FRC safe to buy?

The MOT history for A430 FRC shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does A430 FRC have outstanding finance?

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