MOT Status
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54,220 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively BOTH (3.4 (b) (ii))
How Reliable is the Pontiac Firebird?
Based on 8,717 MOT tests across 1,065 vehicles.
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MKW 188W is a 1981 Pontiac Firebird in Black with a 4,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.
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 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 MKW 188W, 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
How do I check the history of MKW 188W?
You can check the full history of MKW 188W by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.
What year was MKW 188W registered?
MKW 188W is a 1981 Pontiac Firebird, first registered on 31 December 1981.
Is MKW 188W safe to buy?
The MOT history for MKW 188W shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does MKW 188W have outstanding finance?
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