MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
41,505 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush all four lower shocker bushes (5.3.2 (c))
emissions right on limit
Drag link end ball joint has slight play both sides (2.2.B.1f)
Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
Oil leak ()
Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush all shocker bushes split and worn (2.7.4)
Steering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both inner and outer sills and under body (2.4.A.3)
Track rod end ball joint has slight play all (2.2.B.1f)
Offside Front Sub-frame has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)
Hazard warning tell tale not working correctly (1.4.B.1e)
Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
How Reliable is the Pontiac Firebird?
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MKW 296W is a 1981 Pontiac Firebird in White with a 4,900cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.
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 MKW 296W, 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.
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What year was MKW 296W registered?
MKW 296W is a 1981 Pontiac Firebird, first registered on 1 August 1981.
Is MKW 296W safe to buy?
The MOT history for MKW 296W shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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