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N170 SMX

1996 Pontiac Firebird

White Petrol 3800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Oct 2012
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

Typical for 1996 Pontiac Firebird86,745 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN170 SMX
MakePontiac
ModelFirebird
Year1996
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,800cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Oct 2011
Pass 18 Feb 2010 174,025 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2009 172,905 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2008 172,834 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order (not working) (1.2.4a)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 19 May 2007 167,624 miles

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 20 May 2006 162,657 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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N170 SMX is a 1996 Pontiac Firebird in White with a 3,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1996 Pontiac Firebird models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.1% with a typical mileage of 86,745 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 N170 SMX, 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 30 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 N170 SMX?

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What year was N170 SMX registered?

N170 SMX is a 1996 Pontiac Firebird, first registered on 31 December 1996.

Is N170 SMX safe to buy?

The MOT history for N170 SMX shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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