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HVX 286T

1990 Pontiac Firebird

Orange Petrol 6800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Sep 2019
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

452 mi
Last recorded452 miles
Recorded on28 Sep 2018
Typical for 1990 Pontiac Firebird75,138 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHVX 286T
MakePontiac
ModelFirebird
Year1990
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine6,800cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Sep 2018 452 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear cross member has corrosion

Pass 30 Sep 2017 320 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

rear cross member corroded (close to excess)

Pass 27 Jul 2016 154 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch rear ()

rear cross member has corrosion

Pass 22 Jul 2015 33 miles

rear cross member has corrosion

Pass 14 May 2014 23,403 miles

handbrake close to limits

nearside front wing corroded

nearside rear wing has corrosion

offside front chassis needs attention

Fail 17 Nov 2010 23,403 miles

Front registration plate font not substantially similar to the prescribed font (6.3.4d)

Front registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct stroke width (6.3.4a)

Front registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct width (6.3.4a)

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely by positive means (7.2.4b)

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Nearside Exhaust has a part missing (7.1.1a)

Nearside Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar vehicle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.4)

Nearside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Exhaust has a part missing (7.1.1a)

Offside Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar vehicle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.4)

Offside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Rear registration plate font not substantially similar to the prescribed font (6.3.4d)

Rear registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct stroke width (6.3.4a)

Rear registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct width (6.3.4a)

Pass 17 Nov 2009 23,402 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2007 21,720 miles

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

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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HVX 286T is a 1990 Pontiac Firebird in Orange with a 6,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1990 Pontiac Firebird models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.6% with a typical mileage of 75,138 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 HVX 286T, 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 36 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 HVX 286T registered?

HVX 286T is a 1990 Pontiac Firebird, first registered on 26 July 1990.

Is HVX 286T safe to buy?

The MOT history for HVX 286T shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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