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R130 XDB

1997 Pontiac Firebird

Black Petrol 5700cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Apr 2026
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

109,961 mi
Last recorded109,961 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2025
Typical for 1997 Pontiac Firebird80,093 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR130 XDB
MakePontiac
ModelFirebird
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,700cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 22 Apr 2025 109,961 miles

Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 29 Nov 2023 67,964 miles

Central Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 5 Sep 2022 108,544 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2021 107,893 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2021 107,889 miles

Hazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Sep 2020 107,326 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 30 May 2019 105,583 miles
Pass 22 May 2018 102,641 miles

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

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Fail 10 May 2018 102,608 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Pass 10 May 2017 98,574 miles
Pass 9 May 2016 94,483 miles
Pass 20 May 2015 91,999 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2014 90,445 miles

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

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 30 Jul 2012 87,992 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2012 87,983 miles

Offside Front Brake hose twisted (3.6.B.4c)

Pass 10 May 2011 85,424 miles

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

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly damaged (2.2.D.2b)

Pass 5 May 2010 79,461 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2010 79,459 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 9 Apr 2009 72,064 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2008 66,079 miles

Coolant leak

Fail 2 Apr 2008 66,068 miles

Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Coolant leak

Pass 3 Apr 2007 53,716 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2006 56,296 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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R130 XDB is a 1997 Pontiac Firebird in Black with a 5,700cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

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 R130 XDB, 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.

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What year was R130 XDB registered?

R130 XDB is a 1997 Pontiac Firebird, first registered on 4 August 1997.

Is R130 XDB safe to buy?

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