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MGV 358V

1986 Pontiac Trans Am

Red Petrol 6000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Nov 2020
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

6,473 mi
Last recorded6,473 miles
Recorded on12 Apr 2019
Typical for 1986 Pontiac Trans Am92,319 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMGV 358V
MakePontiac
ModelTrans Am
Year1986
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine6,000cc
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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Apr 2019 6,473 miles
Pass 11 May 2018 5,971 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2008 5,426 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

exhaust mountains starting to preshed

Pass 25 Oct 2008 5,426 miles

exhaust mountains starting to preshed

Pass 23 Oct 2006 5,235 miles

h.c emmisions near the limit

near side front pad loose in caliper?

non-standard exhaust,wheels,engine and trans.

play in steering column lower u.j,limited vision on exact play,advise renewing

some footpedal travel

Fail 14 Jun 2006 5,234 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

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

Nearside Rear Leaf spring anchor bracket bolt missing (2.4.B.6c)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Offside Front Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

Offside Indicator tell tale inoperative (1.4.A.2a)

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

Offside Rear Leaf spring anchor bracket bolt missing (2.4.B.6c)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

alternator and bracketry loose

clutch worn out

corrosion in rear valance,not effecting any structral integrity of vehicle,due to strength in rear crossmember,inside bumper

engine overheats

some footpedal travel

How Reliable is the Pontiac Trans Am?

Based on 1,959 MOT tests across 230 vehicles.

83.1%
Pass Rate
438
Miles/Year
48
Year Lifespan
230
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 53
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 48
parking brake recording little or no effort 34
position lamp(s) not working 28
Direction indicator incorrect colour 25
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MGV 358V is a 1986 Pontiac Trans Am in Red with a 6,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1986 Pontiac Trans Am models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.1% with a typical mileage of 92,319 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 Trans Am fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 53 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MGV 358V, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Pontiac Trans Am typically stays on UK roads for around 48 years. At 40 years old, this Pontiac Trans Am is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was MGV 358V registered?

MGV 358V is a 1986 Pontiac Trans Am, first registered on 23 May 1986.

Is MGV 358V safe to buy?

The MOT history for MGV 358V shows 6 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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