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C440 GJA

1985 Pontiac Firebird

Red Petrol 4996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Sep 2026
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

51,823 mi
Last recorded51,823 miles
Recorded on1 Oct 2025
Typical for 1985 Pontiac Firebird60,812 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC440 GJA
MakePontiac
ModelFirebird
Year1985
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,996cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Oct 2025 51,823 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2024 51,396 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2023 51,090 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2023 51,090 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Jun 2022 50,981 miles
Pass 1 May 2021 50,737 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2019 50,601 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2018 50,137 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2017 49,791 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2016 49,376 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2015 48,118 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2014 47,814 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2013 47,243 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2012 46,872 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2011 46,537 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2010 46,086 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2009 45,177 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2008 44,566 miles
Pass 2 May 2007 44,520 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2006 43,533 miles

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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C440 GJA is a 1985 Pontiac Firebird in Red with a 4,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 C440 GJA, 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 C440 GJA?

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What year was C440 GJA registered?

C440 GJA is a 1985 Pontiac Firebird, first registered on 31 December 1985.

Is C440 GJA safe to buy?

The MOT history for C440 GJA shows 20 tests with a 95% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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