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N488 OAE

1996 Pontiac Firebird

Blue Petrol 3800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Oct 2008
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

67,291 mi
Last recorded67,291 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2007
Typical for 1996 Pontiac Firebird86,745 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN488 OAE
MakePontiac
ModelFirebird
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,800cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Sep 2007 67,291 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 2 Oct 2006 64,896 miles

advisory comments as per previous vt32 with additional comment; n/s headlight motor sticking

Fail 28 Sep 2006 64,887 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) insecure (1.1.A.3a)

Nearside Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

oily residue around power steering pipes, slight end float in both rear wheel bearings, exhaust system very noisy but no signs of leakage.tyre tread depths; both front 8.0mm, both rear 5.0mm, 215/60/16 w (front) h fitted to rear

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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N488 OAE is a 1996 Pontiac Firebird in Blue with a 3,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 N488 OAE, 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.

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What year was N488 OAE registered?

N488 OAE is a 1996 Pontiac Firebird, first registered on 31 December 1996.

Is N488 OAE safe to buy?

The MOT history for N488 OAE shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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