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G229 EDP

1986 Pontiac Firebird

Red Petrol 2800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jan 2011
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

33,458 mi
Last recorded33,458 miles
Recorded on30 Jan 2010
Typical for 1986 Pontiac Firebird71,229 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG229 EDP
MakePontiac
ModelFirebird
Year1986
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,800cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Jan 2010 33,458 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2008 25,590 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2006 18,761 miles

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

front plate needs changing soon

Pass 2 Nov 2005 12,157 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2005 12,094 miles

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

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

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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G229 EDP is a 1986 Pontiac Firebird in Red with a 2,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1986 Pontiac Firebird models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.6% with a typical mileage of 71,229 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 G229 EDP, 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 40 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 G229 EDP registered?

G229 EDP is a 1986 Pontiac Firebird, first registered on 31 December 1986.

Is G229 EDP safe to buy?

The MOT history for G229 EDP shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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