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B848 KNH

1985 Pontiac Firebird

Black Petrol 5000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Mar 2018
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

186,823 mi
Last recorded186,823 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2017
Typical for 1985 Pontiac Firebird60,812 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB848 KNH
MakePontiac
ModelFirebird
Year1985
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,000cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 27 Mar 2017 186,823 miles

Rear diff oil leak

Under body surface corrosion

Pass 23 Mar 2016 186,773 miles

under body surface corrosion

Pass 19 Mar 2015 186,754 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 19 Mar 2014 186,575 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2013 184,501 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 31 Mar 2012 180,755 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2009 179,709 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2007 177,436 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2006 173,960 miles

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

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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B848 KNH is a 1985 Pontiac Firebird in Black with a 5,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1985 Pontiac Firebird models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.6% with a typical mileage of 60,812 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its 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 B848 KNH, 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 41 years old, this Pontiac Firebird is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of B848 KNH?

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What year was B848 KNH registered?

B848 KNH is a 1985 Pontiac Firebird, first registered on 31 December 1985.

Is B848 KNH safe to buy?

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