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GVW 691Y

1981 Pontiac Firebird

Red Petrol 5700cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 May 2007
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

87,812 mi
Last recorded87,812 miles
Recorded on20 May 2006
Typical for 1981 Pontiac Firebird53,933 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGVW 691Y
MakePontiac
ModelFirebird
Year1981
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,700cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 20 May 2006 87,812 miles

Offside Rear rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)

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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GVW 691Y is a 1981 Pontiac Firebird in Red with a 5,700cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 GVW 691Y, 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 GVW 691Y?

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What year was GVW 691Y registered?

GVW 691Y is a 1981 Pontiac Firebird, first registered on 31 December 1981.

Is GVW 691Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for GVW 691Y shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does GVW 691Y have outstanding finance?

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