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G163 WFG

1999 Pontiac Firebird

Red Petrol 2800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Mar 2014
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

131,930 mi
Last recorded131,930 miles
Recorded on28 Mar 2013
Typical for 1999 Pontiac Firebird82,334 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG163 WFG
MakePontiac
ModelFirebird
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,800cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Mar 2013 131,930 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2012 129,940 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2011 126,601 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2010 120,405 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2009 113,961 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2008 108,396 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2008 108,396 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Nearside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Outer Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly damaged (2.2.D.2b)

Pass 23 Mar 2007 106,352 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Fail 15 Mar 2007 106,335 miles

Driver's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)

Front passenger seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.4)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Fail 9 Mar 2006 103,239 miles

Centre Front Obligatory mirror missing (8.1.1)

Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Nearside Front front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Offside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Pass 9 Mar 2006 103,239 miles

Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

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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G163 WFG is a 1999 Pontiac Firebird in Red with a 2,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 1999 Pontiac Firebird models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.1% with a typical mileage of 82,334 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 G163 WFG, 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 27 years old, this Pontiac Firebird is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was G163 WFG registered?

G163 WFG is a 1999 Pontiac Firebird, first registered on 6 April 1999.

Is G163 WFG safe to buy?

The MOT history for G163 WFG shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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