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A385 YCY

1984 Pontiac Firebird

Blue Petrol 5000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jun 2025
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

98,058 mi
Last recorded98,058 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2024
Typical for 1984 Pontiac Firebird65,761 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA385 YCY
MakePontiac
ModelFirebird
Year1984
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,000cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2024 98,058 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2023 97,779 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Fail 3 Jan 2023 97,779 miles

Battery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))

Central Electrical wiring insulation so damaged or deteriorated it is likely to cause a short-circuit engine bay (4.11 (c) (ii))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour nearside and offside (4.4.3 (a))

Rear fog lamp missing (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Rear fog lamp switch missing (4.5.3 (a))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Inner Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced nearside and offside sills (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Front Position lamp incorrect colour nearside and offside (4.2.3 (a) (i))

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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A385 YCY is a 1984 Pontiac Firebird in Blue with a 5,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1984 Pontiac Firebird models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.0% with a typical mileage of 65,761 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 A385 YCY, 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 42 years old, this Pontiac Firebird is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was A385 YCY registered?

A385 YCY is a 1984 Pontiac Firebird, first registered on 1 January 1984.

Is A385 YCY safe to buy?

The MOT history for A385 YCY shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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