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N947 DVV

1996 Pontiac Firebird

White Petrol 3800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 May 2026
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

122,491 mi
Last recorded122,491 miles
Recorded on15 May 2025
Typical for 1996 Pontiac Firebird86,745 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN947 DVV
MakePontiac
ModelFirebird
Year1996
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,800cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 15 May 2025 122,491 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2013 122,389 miles

SERVICE LAMP ON

Pass 5 Jul 2012 122,145 miles

Oil leak

Pass 28 Sep 2011 121,994 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Oil leak

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 23 Aug 2010 121,251 miles

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

Offside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Oil leak

Pass 26 Aug 2009 120,437 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Oil leak

n/s/r tyre perished

Pass 21 Aug 2008 119,937 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2007 119,368 miles

Oil leak

Pass 24 Aug 2006 118,967 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

oil leaks

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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N947 DVV is a 1996 Pontiac Firebird in White with a 3,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 N947 DVV, 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

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What year was N947 DVV registered?

N947 DVV is a 1996 Pontiac Firebird, first registered on 31 December 1996.

Is N947 DVV safe to buy?

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