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BOB 5N

1980 Pontiac Firebird

Blue Petrol 6590cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Mar 2022
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

618 mi
Last recorded618 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2021
Typical for 1980 Pontiac Firebird57,179 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBOB 5N
MakePontiac
ModelFirebird
Year1980
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine6,590cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 24 Mar 2021 618 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2020

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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BOB 5N is a 1980 Pontiac Firebird in Blue with a 6,590cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1980 Pontiac Firebird models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.5% with a typical mileage of 57,179 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 BOB 5N, 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 46 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 BOB 5N?

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What year was BOB 5N registered?

BOB 5N is a 1980 Pontiac Firebird, first registered on 1 January 1980.

Is BOB 5N safe to buy?

The MOT history for BOB 5N shows 2 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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