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PRD 963X

1982 Pontiac Firebird

Blue Petrol 6600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Aug 2018
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

83,709 mi
Last recorded83,709 miles
Recorded on17 Aug 2017
Typical for 1982 Pontiac Firebird48,754 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPRD 963X
MakePontiac
ModelFirebird
Year1982
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine6,600cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Aug 2017 83,709 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2016 82,997 miles

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 11 Aug 2015 82,044 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2015 82,044 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Brake cable insecure (3.5.1d)

Pass 5 Aug 2009 81,341 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Fail 20 Jul 2009 81,321 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Offside Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Nearside Outer Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Pass 20 Jun 2008 80,734 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) slightly discoloured (1.1.A.3e)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front position lamp(s) slightly discoloured (1.1.A.3e)

Offside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

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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PRD 963X is a 1982 Pontiac Firebird in Blue with a 6,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 PRD 963X, 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 PRD 963X registered?

PRD 963X is a 1982 Pontiac Firebird, first registered on 1 July 1982.

Is PRD 963X safe to buy?

The MOT history for PRD 963X shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does PRD 963X have outstanding finance?

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