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D998 XJN

1987 Pontiac Transam

Black Petrol 5200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Aug 2017
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

145,400 mi
Last recorded145,400 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2016
Typical for 1987 Pontiac Transam103,564 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD998 XJN
MakePontiac
ModelTransam
Year1987
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,200cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2016 145,400 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2015 145,389 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2014 145,325 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2013 145,151 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2012 145,076 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2011 144,976 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2010 144,767 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2009 144,741 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2008 144,292 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2007 143,936 miles

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

Pass 28 Jul 2007 143,936 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2006 136,301 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2005 129,422 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2005 129,422 miles

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.1)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

How Reliable is the Pontiac Transam?

Based on 1,209 MOT tests across 124 vehicles.

81.6%
Pass Rate
598
Miles/Year
48
Year Lifespan
124
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 39
parking brake recording little or no effort 36
position lamp(s) not working 22
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 21
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 20
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D998 XJN is a 1987 Pontiac Transam in Black with a 5,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1987 Pontiac Transam models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.1% with a typical mileage of 103,564 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 Transam fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 39 recorded failures. If you're considering buying D998 XJN, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Pontiac Transam typically stays on UK roads for around 48 years. At 39 years old, this Pontiac Transam is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of D998 XJN?

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What year was D998 XJN registered?

D998 XJN is a 1987 Pontiac Transam, first registered on 31 December 1987.

Is D998 XJN safe to buy?

The MOT history for D998 XJN shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does D998 XJN have outstanding finance?

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