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EHJ 233H

1981 Pontiac Firebird

Yellow Petrol 3800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jan 2023
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

25,265 mi
Last recorded25,265 miles
Recorded on15 Jan 2022
Typical for 1981 Pontiac Firebird53,933 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEHJ 233H
MakePontiac
ModelFirebird
Year1981
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,800cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Jan 2022 25,265 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2020 24,532 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2019 23,640 miles
Pass 11 May 2018 22,345 miles
Pass 20 May 2017 21,384 miles
Pass 17 May 2016 20,678 miles
Pass 8 May 2015 19,200 miles
Pass 2 May 2014 18,335 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2013 16,827 miles
Pass 2 May 2012 16,024 miles
Pass 4 May 2011 15,491 miles
Pass 4 May 2010 14,511 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 27 Apr 2009 13,692 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 27 Apr 2009 13,692 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 6 Jun 2008 12,989 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 6 Jun 2008 12,989 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2007 11,579 miles
Pass 16 May 2006 8,901 miles

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

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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EHJ 233H is a 1981 Pontiac Firebird in Yellow with a 3,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 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 EHJ 233H, 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

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What year was EHJ 233H registered?

EHJ 233H is a 1981 Pontiac Firebird, first registered on 1 November 1981.

Is EHJ 233H safe to buy?

The MOT history for EHJ 233H shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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