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E864 NOU

1988 Pontiac Firebird

Black Petrol 3400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jun 2009
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

171,575 mi
Last recorded171,575 miles
Recorded on22 Oct 2009
Typical for 1988 Pontiac Firebird84,589 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE864 NOU
MakePontiac
ModelFirebird
Year1988
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,400cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Fail 22 Oct 2009 171,575 miles

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Steering column top bearing excessively worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 10 Jun 2008 171,571 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2007 171,575 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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E864 NOU is a 1988 Pontiac Firebird in Black with a 3,400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 E864 NOU, 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 E864 NOU?

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What year was E864 NOU registered?

E864 NOU is a 1988 Pontiac Firebird, first registered on 31 December 1988.

Is E864 NOU safe to buy?

The MOT history for E864 NOU shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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