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E985 HFE

1987 Pontiac Firebird

Blue Petrol 2800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Mar 2015
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

95,041 mi
Last recorded95,041 miles
Recorded on12 Mar 2014
Typical for 1987 Pontiac Firebird106,695 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE985 HFE
MakePontiac
ModelFirebird
Year1987
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,800cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Mar 2014 95,041 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Right rear parking brake has low effort.

Pass 29 Mar 2012 92,698 miles

o/s/f inner wing corroded

Pass 8 Dec 2010 92,692 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2008 91,093 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Fail 1 Sep 2008 91,093 miles

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Pass 30 Jun 2006 90,082 miles

Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Front position lamp(s) slightly discoloured (1.1.A.3e)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

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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E985 HFE is a 1987 Pontiac Firebird in Blue with a 2,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1987 Pontiac Firebird models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.3% with a typical mileage of 106,695 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 E985 HFE, 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 39 years old, this Pontiac Firebird is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was E985 HFE registered?

E985 HFE is a 1987 Pontiac Firebird, first registered on 31 December 1987.

Is E985 HFE safe to buy?

The MOT history for E985 HFE shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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