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CEF 656T

1979 Pontiac Firebird

Red Petrol 7450cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Mar 2018
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

69,714 mi
Last recorded69,714 miles
Recorded on17 Mar 2017
Typical for 1979 Pontiac Firebird61,484 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCEF 656T
MakePontiac
ModelFirebird
Year1979
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine7,450cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 17 Mar 2017 69,714 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 11 Jul 2012 69,711 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2011 68,973 miles

Offside Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

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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CEF 656T is a 1979 Pontiac Firebird in Red with a 7,450cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1979 Pontiac Firebird models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.4% with a typical mileage of 61,484 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 CEF 656T, 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 47 years old, this Pontiac Firebird is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of CEF 656T?

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What year was CEF 656T registered?

CEF 656T is a 1979 Pontiac Firebird, first registered on 24 May 1979.

Is CEF 656T safe to buy?

The MOT history for CEF 656T shows 3 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does CEF 656T have outstanding finance?

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