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XPX 266F

1968 Pontiac Firebird

Red Petrol 5850cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Sep 2018
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

570 mi
Last recorded570 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2017
Typical for 1968 Pontiac Firebird26,002 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXPX 266F
MakePontiac
ModelFirebird
Year1968
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,850cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Sep 2017 570 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2016 463 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2015 413 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2014 270 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2014 50 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2013 4 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2009 10,529 miles

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

rear tyres low

slight play in steering

Fail 9 Nov 2009 10,525 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

rear brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)

rear tyres low

slight play in steering

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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XPX 266F is a 1968 Pontiac Firebird in Red with a 5,850cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1968 Pontiac Firebird models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.7% with a typical mileage of 26,002 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 XPX 266F, 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 58 years old, this Pontiac Firebird is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of XPX 266F?

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What year was XPX 266F registered?

XPX 266F is a 1968 Pontiac Firebird, first registered on 31 December 1968.

Is XPX 266F safe to buy?

The MOT history for XPX 266F shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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