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RTP 279S

1978 Pontiac Trans Am

Orange Petrol 7460cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jul 2018
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

46,385 mi
Last recorded46,385 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2017
Typical for 1978 Pontiac Trans Am65,688 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRTP 279S
MakePontiac
ModelTrans Am
Year1978
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine7,460cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 4 Jul 2017 46,385 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 27 Jun 2016 44,575 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play end float (2.6.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

front radiator cradle, bush washer corroded offside

Pass 12 Jun 2015 39,182 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 10 Jun 2014 35,467 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2012 34,157 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2011 32,797 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2010 32,271 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2009 31,200 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2008 30,116 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2006 28,990 miles

How Reliable is the Pontiac Trans Am?

Based on 1,959 MOT tests across 230 vehicles.

83.1%
Pass Rate
438
Miles/Year
48
Year Lifespan
230
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 53
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 48
parking brake recording little or no effort 34
position lamp(s) not working 28
Direction indicator incorrect colour 25
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RTP 279S is a 1978 Pontiac Trans Am in Orange with a 7,460cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1978 Pontiac Trans Am models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.5% with a typical mileage of 65,688 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Pontiac Trans Am fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 53 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RTP 279S, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Pontiac Trans Am typically stays on UK roads for around 48 years. At 48 years old, this Pontiac Trans Am is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of RTP 279S?

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What year was RTP 279S registered?

RTP 279S is a 1978 Pontiac Trans Am, first registered on 23 May 1978.

Is RTP 279S safe to buy?

The MOT history for RTP 279S shows 10 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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