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AGN 394W

1981 Pontiac Firebird

Black Petrol 4900cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Mar 2024
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

97,573 mi
Last recorded97,573 miles
Recorded on30 Mar 2023
Typical for 1981 Pontiac Firebird53,933 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAGN 394W
MakePontiac
ModelFirebird
Year1981
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,900cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Mar 2023 97,573 miles

Nearside Indicator tell-tale inoperative (4.9.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 27 Mar 2023 97,570 miles

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

Headlamp aim too low Nearside and offside (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Front Passenger's seat insecure (6.2.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Indicator tell-tale inoperative (4.9.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 10 Mar 2021 97,567 miles

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

Direction indicator incorrect colour Nearside and offside rear (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Inner Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Inner Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Steering box has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering box fitted) Steering idle bush (2.3 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Indicator tell-tale inoperative (4.9.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Jan 2008 97,447 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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AGN 394W is a 1981 Pontiac Firebird in Black with a 4,900cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1981 Pontiac Firebird models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.5% with a typical mileage of 53,933 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 AGN 394W, 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 45 years old, this Pontiac Firebird is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AGN 394W registered?

AGN 394W is a 1981 Pontiac Firebird, first registered on 26 June 1981.

Is AGN 394W safe to buy?

The MOT history for AGN 394W shows 4 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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