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HGS 742T

1988 Pontiac Firebird

White Petrol 6600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 May 2019
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

19,237 mi
Last recorded19,237 miles
Recorded on3 May 2018
Typical for 1988 Pontiac Firebird84,589 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHGS 742T
MakePontiac
ModelFirebird
Year1988
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine6,600cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 3 May 2018 19,237 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 29 Sep 2014 19,104 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 1 Oct 2013 19,037 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 6 Sep 2012 18,920 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

Steering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

Pass 13 Sep 2011 18,829 miles

Nearside Rear Air suspension unit slightly deteriorated (2.4.D.1b)

Offside Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 14 Sep 2010 18,685 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2009 18,494 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 11 Sep 2008 18,397 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2007 18,230 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2006 18,032 miles

exhaust has slight blow from left manifold

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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HGS 742T is a 1988 Pontiac Firebird in White with a 6,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1988 Pontiac Firebird models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.2% with a typical mileage of 84,589 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 HGS 742T, 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 38 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 HGS 742T registered?

HGS 742T is a 1988 Pontiac Firebird, first registered on 22 June 1988.

Is HGS 742T safe to buy?

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