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A478 VFL

1984 Pontiac Firebird

Red Petrol 5000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Apr 2013
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

62,423 mi
Last recorded62,423 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2012
Typical for 1984 Pontiac Firebird65,761 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA478 VFL
MakePontiac
ModelFirebird
Year1984
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,000cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Apr 2012 62,423 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2011 59,851 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)

Pass 15 Apr 2011 59,851 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2010 59,626 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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A478 VFL is a 1984 Pontiac Firebird in Red with a 5,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1984 Pontiac Firebird models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.0% with a typical mileage of 65,761 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same 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 A478 VFL, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was A478 VFL registered?

A478 VFL is a 1984 Pontiac Firebird, first registered on 30 December 1984.

Is A478 VFL safe to buy?

The MOT history for A478 VFL shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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