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BHJ 56J

1985 Pontiac Firebird

Yellow Petrol 5700cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Mar 2007
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

99,484 mi
Last recorded99,484 miles
Recorded on29 Mar 2006
Typical for 1985 Pontiac Firebird60,812 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBHJ 56J
MakePontiac
ModelFirebird
Year1985
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,700cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Mar 2006 99,484 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2006 99,484 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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BHJ 56J is a 1985 Pontiac Firebird in Yellow with a 5,700cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 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 BHJ 56J, 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

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What year was BHJ 56J registered?

BHJ 56J is a 1985 Pontiac Firebird, first registered on 19 December 1985.

Is BHJ 56J safe to buy?

The MOT history for BHJ 56J shows 2 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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