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P563 LKO

1997 Pontiac Firebird

Red Petrol 3800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Oct 2021
Tests8 (4 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

135,869 mi
Last recorded135,869 miles
Recorded on27 Oct 2019
Typical for 1997 Pontiac Firebird80,093 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP563 LKO
MakePontiac
ModelFirebird
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,800cc

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MOT History

4 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Oct 2019 135,869 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2019 135,849 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2019 135,828 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2018 153,811 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2009 127,731 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2009 127,729 miles

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

Nearside Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Offside Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

Registration plate lamp not fitted (1.1.C.1b)

Pass 5 Feb 2007 123,120 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2005 117,503 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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P563 LKO is a 1997 Pontiac Firebird in Red with a 3,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1997 Pontiac Firebird models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.0% with a typical mileage of 80,093 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 P563 LKO, 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 29 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 P563 LKO?

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What year was P563 LKO registered?

P563 LKO is a 1997 Pontiac Firebird, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is P563 LKO safe to buy?

The MOT history for P563 LKO shows 8 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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