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F724 LTU

1989 Pontiac Firebird

Red Petrol 5700cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Dec 2006
Tests4 (1 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate25%

Mileage

147,874 mi
Last recorded147,874 miles
Recorded on22 Dec 2006
Typical for 1989 Pontiac Firebird69,081 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF724 LTU
MakePontiac
ModelFirebird
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,700cc

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MOT History

1 pass 3 fail
Fail 22 Dec 2006 147,874 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Exhaust emits excessive dense blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

Fail 9 Dec 2006 147,868 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Exhaust emits dense blue smoke at idle (7.3.A.2b)

Exhaust emits excessive dense blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively chafed (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 16 Dec 2005 145,191 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2005 145,091 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

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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F724 LTU is a 1989 Pontiac Firebird in Red with a 5,700cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 25%.

Across all 1989 Pontiac Firebird models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.8% with a typical mileage of 69,081 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 F724 LTU, 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 37 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 F724 LTU?

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What year was F724 LTU registered?

F724 LTU is a 1989 Pontiac Firebird, first registered on 31 December 1989.

Is F724 LTU safe to buy?

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