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FVX 208Y

1982 Pontiac Firebird

Black Petrol 3400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Sep 2018
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

48,798 mi
Last recorded48,798 miles
Recorded on27 Sep 2017
Typical for 1982 Pontiac Firebird48,754 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFVX 208Y
MakePontiac
ModelFirebird
Year1982
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,400cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 27 Sep 2017 48,798 miles

Front wheel bearing has slight play both (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Rear chassis corroded

Pass 12 Sep 2016 48,094 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2015 47,863 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2014 25,079 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2006 45,610 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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FVX 208Y is a 1982 Pontiac Firebird in Black with a 3,400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 FVX 208Y, 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 FVX 208Y?

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What year was FVX 208Y registered?

FVX 208Y is a 1982 Pontiac Firebird, first registered on 26 August 1982.

Is FVX 208Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for FVX 208Y shows 5 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FVX 208Y have outstanding finance?

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