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PFX 358W

1981 Pontiac Firebird

Black Petrol 6556cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Nov 2020
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

677 mi
Last recorded677 miles
Recorded on27 Nov 2019
Typical for 1981 Pontiac Firebird53,933 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPFX 358W
MakePontiac
ModelFirebird
Year1981
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine6,556cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 27 Nov 2019 677 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2018 677 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2011 69,100 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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PFX 358W is a 1981 Pontiac Firebird in Black with a 6,556cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 PFX 358W, 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 PFX 358W?

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What year was PFX 358W registered?

PFX 358W is a 1981 Pontiac Firebird, first registered on 15 May 1981.

Is PFX 358W safe to buy?

The MOT history for PFX 358W shows 3 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 PFX 358W have outstanding finance?

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