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PMO 326X

1979 Buick Riviera

Blue Petrol 5700cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Aug 2007
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

55,247 mi
Last recorded55,247 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2006
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPMO 326X
MakeBuick
ModelRiviera
Year1979
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,700cc
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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2006 55,247 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2006 55,233 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Front Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside front brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Rear Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

How Reliable is the Buick Riviera?

Based on 751 MOT tests across 115 vehicles.

81.8%
Pass Rate
553
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
115
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 19
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 18
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 13
parking brake recording little or no effort 13
Brake pipe excessively corroded 12
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PMO 326X is a 1979 Buick Riviera in Blue with a 5,700cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

The most common reason a Buick Riviera fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 19 recorded failures. If you're considering buying PMO 326X, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Buick Riviera typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 47 years old, this Buick Riviera is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was PMO 326X registered?

PMO 326X is a 1979 Buick Riviera, first registered on 1 January 1979.

Is PMO 326X safe to buy?

The MOT history for PMO 326X shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does PMO 326X have outstanding finance?

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