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DGH 946S

1988 Pontiac Firebird

Black Petrol 6600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Sep 2019
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

44,746 mi
Last recorded44,746 miles
Recorded on27 Sep 2018
Typical for 1988 Pontiac Firebird84,589 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDGH 946S
MakePontiac
ModelFirebird
Year1988
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine6,600cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Sep 2018 44,746 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2017 44,723 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2016 44,641 miles

Rear Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch BOTH ()

Pass 15 Sep 2015 44,599 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2014 44,539 miles

Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch

floor pan corroded

Pass 3 Sep 2013 44,347 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2012 44,169 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2012 44,166 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Steering column will not lock in a fixed position (adjustable type) (2.1.2a) DANGEROUS

Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch

Pass 15 Apr 2011 44,157 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2010 44,139 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2009 43,886 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2008 42,926 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2007 42,630 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2006 40,503 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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DGH 946S is a 1988 Pontiac Firebird in Black with a 6,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

Across all 1988 Pontiac Firebird models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.2% with a typical mileage of 84,589 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 DGH 946S, 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 38 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 DGH 946S?

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What year was DGH 946S registered?

DGH 946S is a 1988 Pontiac Firebird, first registered on 13 September 1988.

Is DGH 946S safe to buy?

The MOT history for DGH 946S shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DGH 946S have outstanding finance?

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