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A813 VUW

1983 Pontiac Trans Am

Black Petrol 5000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jun 2016
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

99,448 mi
Last recorded99,448 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2015
Typical for 1983 Pontiac Trans Am68,270 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA813 VUW
MakePontiac
ModelTrans Am
Year1983
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,000cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Jun 2015 99,448 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2014 99,443 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2013 99,077 miles
Pass 3 May 2012 98,705 miles

all metal brake pipes have waxoyl coating unable to fully inspect

all new lowered suspension

front to rear brake pipe has slightr corrosion

Pass 20 Apr 2011 98,544 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2009 98,224 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2008 97,533 miles

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

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

Pass 12 May 2006 97,430 miles
Fail 12 May 2006 97,430 miles

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

How Reliable is the Pontiac Trans Am?

Based on 1,959 MOT tests across 230 vehicles.

83.1%
Pass Rate
438
Miles/Year
48
Year Lifespan
230
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 53
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 48
parking brake recording little or no effort 34
position lamp(s) not working 28
Direction indicator incorrect colour 25
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A813 VUW is a 1983 Pontiac Trans Am in Black with a 5,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1983 Pontiac Trans Am models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.6% with a typical mileage of 68,270 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Pontiac Trans Am fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 53 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A813 VUW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Pontiac Trans Am typically stays on UK roads for around 48 years. At 43 years old, this Pontiac Trans Am is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was A813 VUW registered?

A813 VUW is a 1983 Pontiac Trans Am, first registered on 31 December 1983.

Is A813 VUW safe to buy?

The MOT history for A813 VUW shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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