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L936 RET

1998 Pontiac Firebird

Black Petrol 5700cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jun 2025
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

92,391 mi
Last recorded92,391 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2024
Typical for 1998 Pontiac Firebird98,323 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL936 RET
MakePontiac
ModelFirebird
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,700cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2024 92,391 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 22 May 2024 92,363 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 12 May 2023 91,125 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 25 May 2022 90,312 miles

Offside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 13 May 2021 89,803 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2019 88,437 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2018 87,330 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2017 86,241 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2016 85,735 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2015 85,078 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2014 84,412 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2013 82,654 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2012 80,575 miles

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

Oil leak

Pass 14 Apr 2011 78,679 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2009 76,292 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2009 76,291 miles

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

Pass 21 Oct 2008 74,497 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 11 Oct 2007 72,927 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2006 71,001 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2005 69,097 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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L936 RET is a 1998 Pontiac Firebird in Black with a 5,700cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 1998 Pontiac Firebird models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.0% with a typical mileage of 98,323 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 L936 RET, 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 28 years old, this Pontiac Firebird is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was L936 RET registered?

L936 RET is a 1998 Pontiac Firebird, first registered on 5 February 1998.

Is L936 RET safe to buy?

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