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RJI 730

1978 Pontiac Firebird

Blue Petrol 5700cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Apr 2027
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

83,630 mi
Last recorded83,630 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2026
Typical for 1978 Pontiac Firebird52,578 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRJI 730
MakePontiac
ModelFirebird
Year1978
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,700cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 10 Apr 2026 83,630 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2025 83,395 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2024 83,151 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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RJI 730 is a 1978 Pontiac Firebird in Blue with a 5,700cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1978 Pontiac Firebird models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.0% with a typical mileage of 52,578 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 RJI 730, 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 48 years old, this Pontiac Firebird is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of RJI 730?

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What year was RJI 730 registered?

RJI 730 is a 1978 Pontiac Firebird, first registered on 31 December 1978.

Is RJI 730 safe to buy?

The MOT history for RJI 730 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 RJI 730 have outstanding finance?

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