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FPB 958V

1979 Pontiac Trans Am

Black Petrol 3800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Feb 2020
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

27,538 mi
Last recorded27,538 miles
Recorded on5 Feb 2019
Typical for 1979 Pontiac Trans Am57,443 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFPB 958V
MakePontiac
ModelTrans Am
Year1979
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,800cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Feb 2019 27,538 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 29 Jan 2018 26,788 miles

off side front shock weeping oil, not dripping

oil leak

Fail 29 Jan 2018 26,786 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

off side front shock weeping oil, not dripping

oil leak

Pass 7 Feb 2017 25,796 miles

Front wipers slightly smear windscreen

Fail 23 Jan 2017 25,796 miles

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Front wipers lightly smear screen

Offside Rear rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Pass 4 Feb 2016 23,764 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2016 23,764 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 19 Sep 2014 22,262 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2013 20,635 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2012 18,882 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2011 16,701 miles

offside rear light lens damaged

Fail 2 Sep 2011 16,695 miles

Front registration plate letter/figure incomplete (6.3.1c)

Nearside Rear Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

fuel pipe across body very corroded but no leaks evident at this time

o/s/r lamp damaged

stop lights incorporated in stop lamps

Pass 6 Apr 2010 16,668 miles

Non-standard: wheels, tyres, exhaust, etc

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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FPB 958V is a 1979 Pontiac Trans Am in Black with a 3,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 FPB 958V, 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 FPB 958V?

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What year was FPB 958V registered?

FPB 958V is a 1979 Pontiac Trans Am, first registered on 24 September 1979.

Is FPB 958V safe to buy?

The MOT history for FPB 958V shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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