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FWP 147S

1978 Pontiac Firebird

Black Petrol 6750cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Oct 2012
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

31,710 mi
Last recorded31,710 miles
Recorded on10 Oct 2011
Typical for 1978 Pontiac Firebird52,578 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFWP 147S
MakePontiac
ModelFirebird
Year1978
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine6,750cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Oct 2011 31,710 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2010 29,964 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2009 28,957 miles

all tyres slightly perished on walls

slight damage n/s/f lower wishbone

slight damage n/s/f wheel rim

Fail 10 Jun 2009 28,942 miles

Nearside Direction indicator excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

all tyres slightly perished on walls

slight damage n/s/f lower wishbone

slight damage n/s/f wheel rim

Pass 23 Jun 2008 23,353 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2007 28,198 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2005 28,145 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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FWP 147S is a 1978 Pontiac Firebird in Black with a 6,750cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1978 Pontiac Firebird models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.0% with a typical mileage of 52,578 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 FWP 147S, 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 48 years old, this Pontiac Firebird is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of FWP 147S?

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What year was FWP 147S registered?

FWP 147S is a 1978 Pontiac Firebird, first registered on 1 April 1978.

Is FWP 147S safe to buy?

The MOT history for FWP 147S shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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