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DHN 822T

1979 Pontiac Trans Am

Black Petrol 6000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 May 2022
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

68,972 mi
Last recorded68,972 miles
Recorded on4 May 2021
Typical for 1979 Pontiac Trans Am57,443 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDHN 822T
MakePontiac
ModelTrans Am
Year1979
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine6,000cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 May 2021 68,972 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Fail 1 May 2021 68,966 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Brake hose connection leaking on an air braking system (1.1.12 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

How Reliable is the Pontiac Trans Am?

Based on 1,959 MOT tests across 230 vehicles.

83.1%
Pass Rate
438
Miles/Year
48
Year Lifespan
230
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 53
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 48
parking brake recording little or no effort 34
position lamp(s) not working 28
Direction indicator incorrect colour 25
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DHN 822T is a 1979 Pontiac Trans Am in Black with a 6,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1979 Pontiac Trans Am models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.3% with a typical mileage of 57,443 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 Trans Am fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 53 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DHN 822T, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Pontiac Trans Am typically stays on UK roads for around 48 years. At 47 years old, this Pontiac Trans Am is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of DHN 822T?

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What year was DHN 822T registered?

DHN 822T is a 1979 Pontiac Trans Am, first registered on 1 January 1979.

Is DHN 822T safe to buy?

The MOT history for DHN 822T shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DHN 822T have outstanding finance?

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