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LJB 13L

1972 Pontiac Firebird

Black Petrol 7500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jul 2018
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

1,059 mi
Last recorded1,059 miles
Recorded on6 Jul 2017
Typical for 1972 Pontiac Firebird38,802 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJB 13L
MakePontiac
ModelFirebird
Year1972
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine7,500cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Jul 2017 1,059 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2017 1,059 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 26 Jul 2016 16,000 miles
Pass 21 May 2015 645 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2014 407 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 19 Mar 2014 407 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2009 81,349 miles

Offside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Pass 23 Nov 2009 81,349 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2008 80,356 miles

temp amber indicators fitted to rear

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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LJB 13L is a 1972 Pontiac Firebird in Black with a 7,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1972 Pontiac Firebird models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.7% with a typical mileage of 38,802 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 LJB 13L, 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 54 years old, this Pontiac Firebird is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of LJB 13L?

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What year was LJB 13L registered?

LJB 13L is a 1972 Pontiac Firebird, first registered on 19 September 1972.

Is LJB 13L safe to buy?

The MOT history for LJB 13L shows 9 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.

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