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LJH 637W

1981 Pontiac Firebird

Black Petrol 4980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jun 2022
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

35,299 mi
Last recorded35,299 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2021
Typical for 1981 Pontiac Firebird53,933 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJH 637W
MakePontiac
ModelFirebird
Year1981
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,980cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 11 Jun 2021 35,299 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2019 34,535 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2018 32,575 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2017 31,913 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2016 30,109 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2015 28,702 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2014 27,788 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2013 24,412 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2012 24,391 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2011 23,529 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2010 22,156 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2009 15,893 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2008 12,353 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Jul 2007 11,723 miles

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

Pass 6 Jul 2006 9,824 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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LJH 637W is a 1981 Pontiac Firebird in Black with a 4,980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1981 Pontiac Firebird models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.5% with a typical mileage of 53,933 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 LJH 637W, 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 45 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 LJH 637W registered?

LJH 637W is a 1981 Pontiac Firebird, first registered on 31 December 1981.

Is LJH 637W safe to buy?

The MOT history for LJH 637W shows 15 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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