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A17 GAW

1987 Pontiac Firebird

White Petrol 5000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Dec 2020
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

147,571 mi
Last recorded147,571 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2019
Typical for 1987 Pontiac Firebird106,695 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA17 GAW
MakePontiac
ModelFirebird
Year1987
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,000cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Jun 2019 147,571 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2018 147,571 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Oil leaking continuously from engine posing a serious risk to road safety (8.4.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Sep 2017 147,350 miles

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

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

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

Pass 5 Aug 2016 147,350 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2015 147,350 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2014 147,350 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 10 Mar 2009 144,871 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2009 144,868 miles

Driver's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)

Front passenger seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.4)

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Front Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Nearside Rear wheel cylinder leaking (3.6.A.1)

Offside Front Headlamp not in good working order (not working) (1.2.4a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 10 Mar 2007 143,520 miles

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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A17 GAW is a 1987 Pontiac Firebird in White with a 5,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1987 Pontiac Firebird models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.3% with a typical mileage of 106,695 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 A17 GAW, 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 39 years old, this Pontiac Firebird is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was A17 GAW registered?

A17 GAW is a 1987 Pontiac Firebird, first registered on 31 December 1987.

Is A17 GAW safe to buy?

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