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OIL 5482

1982 Pontiac Firebird

Black Petrol 2800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Mar 2012
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

92,432 mi
Last recorded92,432 miles
Recorded on3 Mar 2011
Typical for 1982 Pontiac Firebird48,754 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOIL 5482
MakePontiac
ModelFirebird
Year1982
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,800cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Mar 2011 92,432 miles

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 20 Jun 2009 90,301 miles

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

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

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

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 21 Sep 2006 88,239 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2006 88,238 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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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OIL 5482 is a 1982 Pontiac Firebird in Black with a 2,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 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 OIL 5482, 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

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What year was OIL 5482 registered?

OIL 5482 is a 1982 Pontiac Firebird, first registered on 31 December 1982.

Is OIL 5482 safe to buy?

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