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BGU 874G

1974 Pontiac Firebird

White Petrol 6600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Apr 2018
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

43,642 mi
Last recorded43,642 miles
Recorded on13 Apr 2017
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBGU 874G
MakePontiac
ModelFirebird
Year1974
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine6,600cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Apr 2017 43,642 miles

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a seal Steering box. (2.3.3b)

Fail 8 Apr 2017 43,641 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Coolant leak ()

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Nearside Rear side marker.

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a seal Steering box. (2.3.3b)

Pass 30 Jun 2008 43,573 miles

Front front brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.2b)

fuel lines damaged

Fail 17 Jun 2008 43,573 miles

Nearside Front Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front Mechanical brake component securing device missing (3.5.1i)

Offside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Offside Front Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

fuel lines damaged

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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BGU 874G is a 1974 Pontiac Firebird in White with a 6,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 BGU 874G, 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 52 years old, this Pontiac Firebird is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BGU 874G registered?

BGU 874G is a 1974 Pontiac Firebird, first registered on 4 January 1974.

Is BGU 874G safe to buy?

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