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E784 GRG

1988 Pontiac Firebird

Red Petrol 5000cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 May 2027
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

84,346 mi
Last recorded84,346 miles
Recorded on9 May 2026
Typical for 1988 Pontiac Firebird84,589 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE784 GRG
MakePontiac
ModelFirebird
Year1988
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,000cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 May 2026 84,346 miles
Pass 10 May 2025 83,777 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2023 83,610 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2022 83,223 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2021 82,308 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2020 81,347 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2019 81,195 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2012 81,139 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2012 81,136 miles

Front registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Rear registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Pass 17 Jun 2011 80,994 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2010 80,855 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2009 80,575 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2008 80,246 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2007 80,105 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2006 77,754 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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E784 GRG is a 1988 Pontiac Firebird in Red with a 5,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 E784 GRG, 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 E784 GRG?

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What year was E784 GRG registered?

E784 GRG is a 1988 Pontiac Firebird, first registered on 30 December 1988.

Is E784 GRG safe to buy?

The MOT history for E784 GRG shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does E784 GRG have outstanding finance?

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