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L412 PTV

1994 Pontiac Firebird

Red Petrol 5700cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jul 2025
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

78,984 mi
Last recorded78,984 miles
Recorded on26 Jul 2024
Typical for 1994 Pontiac Firebird89,861 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL412 PTV
MakePontiac
ModelFirebird
Year1994
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,700cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Jul 2024 78,984 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2023 78,515 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2023 78,510 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Front Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

Pass 1 Jul 2022 78,515 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 27 Jun 2022 78,510 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))

Nearside Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Stop lamp(s) not working both (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 19 Jan 2021 78,510 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive filter area (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear fog lamp insecure (4.5.1 (c) (i))

Fail 9 Jan 2021 78,510 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive filter area (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear fog lamp insecure (4.5.1 (c) (i))

Pass 21 May 2019 78,510 miles

Engine oil leak

Pass 12 May 2018 77,266 miles
Pass 16 May 2017 75,680 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both (3.5.1g)

Pass 12 Dec 2014 75,845 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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L412 PTV is a 1994 Pontiac Firebird in Red with a 5,700cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 1994 Pontiac Firebird models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.1% with a typical mileage of 89,861 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 L412 PTV, 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 32 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 L412 PTV?

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What year was L412 PTV registered?

L412 PTV is a 1994 Pontiac Firebird, first registered on 31 December 1994.

Is L412 PTV safe to buy?

The MOT history for L412 PTV shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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