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DGF 286X

1981 Pontiac Firebird

Red Petrol 5600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Sep 2006
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

97,488 mi
Last recorded97,488 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2005
Typical for 1981 Pontiac Firebird53,933 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDGF 286X
MakePontiac
ModelFirebird
Year1981
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,600cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Sep 2005 97,488 miles

battery insecure

chip in windscreen

lots of welding has been done from inside

rear spring and shock bushes starting to perish

Fail 5 Sep 2005 97,465 miles

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

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

battery insecure

chip in windscreen under 40mm

lots of welding has been done from inside

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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DGF 286X is a 1981 Pontiac Firebird in Red with a 5,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1981 Pontiac Firebird models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.5% with a typical mileage of 53,933 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 Firebird fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 226 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DGF 286X, 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 45 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 DGF 286X?

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What year was DGF 286X registered?

DGF 286X is a 1981 Pontiac Firebird, first registered on 13 October 1981.

Is DGF 286X safe to buy?

The MOT history for DGF 286X shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DGF 286X have outstanding finance?

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