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C453 BNX

1986 Pontiac Fiero

Red Petrol 2800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Mar 2023
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

105,590 mi
Last recorded105,590 miles
Recorded on2 Mar 2022
Typical for 1986 Pontiac Fiero62,286 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC453 BNX
MakePontiac
ModelFiero
Year1986
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,800cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Mar 2022 105,590 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Pass 16 Apr 2014 105,570 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

tyres are starting to perish(cracking in tread area)

Fail 10 Mar 2014 105,554 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Nearside Headlamp levelling device obviously defective (1.7.2)

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

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Seat belt damaged sufficient to obstruct correct operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Offside Headlamp levelling device obviously defective (1.7.2)

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

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Centre Front Brake pipe slightly chafed (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly chafed (3.6.B.2c)

all tyres perished

How Reliable is the Pontiac Fiero?

Based on 743 MOT tests across 100 vehicles.

72.1%
Pass Rate
361
Miles/Year
41
Year Lifespan
100
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 70
parking brake recording little or no effort 56
brake binding 26
Parking brake lever has no reserve travel 20
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 18
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C453 BNX is a 1986 Pontiac Fiero in Red with a 2,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1986 Pontiac Fiero models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.2% with a typical mileage of 62,286 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 Fiero fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 70 recorded failures. If you're considering buying C453 BNX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Pontiac Fiero typically stays on UK roads for around 41 years. At 40 years old, this Pontiac Fiero is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was C453 BNX registered?

C453 BNX is a 1986 Pontiac Fiero, first registered on 31 December 1986.

Is C453 BNX safe to buy?

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