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P564 KNC

1997 Pontiac Firebird

Green Petrol 5700cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Aug 2026
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

146,098 mi
Last recorded146,098 miles
Recorded on23 Aug 2025
Typical for 1997 Pontiac Firebird80,093 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP564 KNC
MakePontiac
ModelFirebird
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,700cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Aug 2025 146,098 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2024 145,148 miles

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

Pass 12 Oct 2023 144,266 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2023 144,266 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 28 Sep 2022 143,860 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Sep 2021 143,639 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2020 143,542 miles
Pass 20 May 2019 142,527 miles
Fail 20 May 2019 142,527 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 16 May 2018 141,582 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 18 May 2017 140,488 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 18 May 2016 139,504 miles
Pass 20 May 2015 138,256 miles
Pass 20 May 2014 136,357 miles
Pass 23 May 2013 132,668 miles
Pass 24 May 2012 125,190 miles
Pass 25 May 2011 122,328 miles
Pass 21 May 2010 117,917 miles

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 27 May 2009 112,971 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2008 104,049 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

offside front tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 18 May 2007 79,752 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2006 49,895 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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P564 KNC is a 1997 Pontiac Firebird in Green with a 5,700cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 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 P564 KNC, 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

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What year was P564 KNC registered?

P564 KNC is a 1997 Pontiac Firebird, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is P564 KNC safe to buy?

The MOT history for P564 KNC shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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