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HJ52 XRU

2002 Pontiac Firebird

Black Petrol 3800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Apr 2008
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

24,900 mi
Last recorded24,900 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2007
Typical for 2002 Pontiac Firebird60,470 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHJ52 XRU
MakePontiac
ModelFirebird
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,800cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Apr 2007 24,900 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2006 23,052 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2005 23,047 miles

Front Headlamps matched pair are incorrectly positioned (1.7.3)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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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HJ52 XRU is a 2002 Pontiac Firebird in Black with a 3,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2002 Pontiac Firebird models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.6% with a typical mileage of 60,470 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 HJ52 XRU, 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 24 years old, this Pontiac Firebird is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of HJ52 XRU?

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What year was HJ52 XRU registered?

HJ52 XRU is a 2002 Pontiac Firebird, first registered on 31 December 2002.

Is HJ52 XRU safe to buy?

The MOT history for HJ52 XRU shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does HJ52 XRU have outstanding finance?

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