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FTL 976X

1981 Pontiac Firebird

Black Petrol 3800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Sep 2007
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

61,411 mi
Last recorded61,411 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2009
Typical for 1981 Pontiac Firebird53,933 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFTL 976X
MakePontiac
ModelFirebird
Year1981
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,800cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Fail 1 Jul 2009 61,411 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nail in nearside front tyre

Oil leak

n/s wing corroded

n/s/f flexi hose slightly corroded

Pass 15 Sep 2006 61,118 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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FTL 976X is a 1981 Pontiac Firebird in Black with a 3,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 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 FTL 976X, 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

How do I check the history of FTL 976X?

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What year was FTL 976X registered?

FTL 976X is a 1981 Pontiac Firebird, first registered on 31 December 1981.

Is FTL 976X safe to buy?

The MOT history for FTL 976X shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FTL 976X have outstanding finance?

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