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P606 MLE

1996 Pontiac Firebird

Green Petrol 5700cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Sep 2012
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

125,196 mi
Last recorded125,196 miles
Recorded on2 Sep 2011
Typical for 1996 Pontiac Firebird86,745 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP606 MLE
MakePontiac
ModelFirebird
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,700cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Sep 2011 125,196 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2010 125,173 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

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

Pass 4 Sep 2009 124,805 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2005 112,277 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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

Fail 8 Dec 2005 112,277 miles

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

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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

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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P606 MLE is a 1996 Pontiac Firebird in Green with a 5,700cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 P606 MLE, 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 P606 MLE registered?

P606 MLE is a 1996 Pontiac Firebird, first registered on 30 December 1996.

Is P606 MLE safe to buy?

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