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GNV 885X

1980 Pontiac Firebird

Purple Petrol 4900cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jan 2021
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

34,053 mi
Last recorded34,053 miles
Recorded on9 Jan 2020
Typical for 1980 Pontiac Firebird57,179 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGNV 885X
MakePontiac
ModelFirebird
Year1980
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,900cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Jan 2020 34,053 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2020 34,053 miles

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 9 Oct 2018 33,737 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2017 33,605 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2016 27,124 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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GNV 885X is a 1980 Pontiac Firebird in Purple with a 4,900cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1980 Pontiac Firebird models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.5% with a typical mileage of 57,179 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 GNV 885X, 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 46 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 GNV 885X?

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What year was GNV 885X registered?

GNV 885X is a 1980 Pontiac Firebird, first registered on 30 December 1980.

Is GNV 885X safe to buy?

The MOT history for GNV 885X 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.

Does GNV 885X have outstanding finance?

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