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HGV 437

1980 Pontiac Firebird

Red Petrol 5700cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Mar 2021
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

65,393 mi
Last recorded65,393 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2020
Typical for 1980 Pontiac Firebird57,179 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHGV 437
MakePontiac
ModelFirebird
Year1980
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,700cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Mar 2020 65,393 miles

possible leak at steering pump

Fail 13 Mar 2020 65,393 miles

Offside Rear Hydraulic brake cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (1.1.16 (b) (i))

possible leak at steering pump

Pass 27 Apr 2019 65,393 miles
Pass 4 May 2018 64,495 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2017 63,770 miles
Pass 5 May 2016 63,146 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Pass 9 May 2015 62,347 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Pass 10 May 2014 61,782 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Pass 4 May 2013 61,240 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Pass 28 Apr 2012 60,662 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Pass 7 May 2011 59,591 miles
Pass 8 May 2010 58,847 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2009 58,176 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated anchor pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated anchor pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Pass 15 Sep 2007 57,760 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2006 57,179 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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HGV 437 is a 1980 Pontiac Firebird in Red with a 5,700cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 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 HGV 437, 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

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What year was HGV 437 registered?

HGV 437 is a 1980 Pontiac Firebird, first registered on 4 September 1980.

Is HGV 437 safe to buy?

The MOT history for HGV 437 shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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