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DBH 724X

1982 Pontiac Firebird

Maroon Petrol 5700cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Sep 2016
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

12,282 mi
Last recorded12,282 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2015
Typical for 1982 Pontiac Firebird48,754 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDBH 724X
MakePontiac
ModelFirebird
Year1982
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,700cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2015 12,282 miles

tyres perished

Pass 16 Sep 2014 122,715 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2014 122,712 miles

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

rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

tail pipes poor condition

Pass 29 Jun 2013 12,269 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2013 12,268 miles

rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Driver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Indicator tell tale inoperative (1.4.A.2a)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Power steering inoperative (2.3.3a)

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

front discs in poor condition

n/s tail pipe slightly blowing

no reverse

o/s front wing at bottom insecure

Pass 14 May 2009 13,488 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2007 11,619 miles

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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DBH 724X is a 1982 Pontiac Firebird in Maroon with a 5,700cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1982 Pontiac Firebird models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.9% with a typical mileage of 48,754 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 DBH 724X, 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 44 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 DBH 724X?

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What year was DBH 724X registered?

DBH 724X is a 1982 Pontiac Firebird, first registered on 7 July 1982.

Is DBH 724X safe to buy?

The MOT history for DBH 724X 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.

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