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J80 USA

1991 Pontiac Firebird

Red Petrol 3100cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jan 2021
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

42,716 mi
Last recorded42,716 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2019
Typical for 1991 Pontiac Firebird112,504 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ80 USA
MakePontiac
ModelFirebird
Year1991
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,100cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2019 42,716 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2018 46,679 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2017 42,627 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2017 42,627 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 29 Jun 2016 42,508 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2015 42,292 miles

Centre Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 30 Jun 2015 42,292 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2014 41,992 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2012 41,721 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2011 40,809 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Pass 30 Jun 2011 40,809 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2010 40,372 miles
Pass 12 May 2009 39,080 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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J80 USA is a 1991 Pontiac Firebird in Red with a 3,100cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 1991 Pontiac Firebird models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.2% with a typical mileage of 112,504 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 J80 USA, 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 35 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 J80 USA registered?

J80 USA is a 1991 Pontiac Firebird, first registered on 31 December 1991.

Is J80 USA safe to buy?

The MOT history for J80 USA shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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