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B19 JCF

1989 Pontiac Trans Am

Red Petrol 5700cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jul 2016
Tests6 (3 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

434,801 mi
Last recorded434,801 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2015
Typical for 1989 Pontiac Trans Am38,106 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB19 JCF
MakePontiac
ModelTrans Am
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,700cc
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MOT History

3 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2015 434,801 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

slight movement on drivers seat frame

tow ball is removed

Fail 3 Jul 2015 43,480 miles

Offside Front Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

registration plate obscured (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 12 Jan 2007 41,470 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2007 41,470 miles

Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 13 Oct 2005 38,106 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2005 3,786 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Nearside Front Steering box fractured and unserviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

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

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear Exhaust emits excessive dense blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

bonnet struts defective

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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B19 JCF is a 1989 Pontiac Trans Am in Red with a 5,700cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1989 Pontiac Trans Am models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.6% with a typical mileage of 38,106 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 Trans Am fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 53 recorded failures. If you're considering buying B19 JCF, 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 37 years old, this Pontiac Trans Am is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was B19 JCF registered?

B19 JCF is a 1989 Pontiac Trans Am, first registered on 31 December 1989.

Is B19 JCF safe to buy?

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