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NLR 87V

1980 Pontiac Firebird

Black Petrol 6600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jun 2019
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

77,243 mi
Last recorded77,243 miles
Recorded on7 Jun 2018
Typical for 1980 Pontiac Firebird57,179 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNLR 87V
MakePontiac
ModelFirebird
Year1980
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine6,600cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 7 Jun 2018 77,243 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2017 77,424 miles
Pass 22 May 2015 76,012 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2014 76,999 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 14 Mar 2013 76,987 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2012 76,733 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2011 76,408 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2010 75,015 miles

Battery insecure

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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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NLR 87V is a 1980 Pontiac Firebird in Black with a 6,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1980 Pontiac Firebird models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.5% with a typical mileage of 57,179 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 NLR 87V, 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 46 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 NLR 87V?

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What year was NLR 87V registered?

NLR 87V is a 1980 Pontiac Firebird, first registered on 24 June 1980.

Is NLR 87V safe to buy?

The MOT history for NLR 87V shows 8 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does NLR 87V have outstanding finance?

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