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SFH 696W

1988 Pontiac Firebird

Black Petrol 7456cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Feb 2021
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

27,303 mi
Last recorded27,303 miles
Recorded on17 Feb 2020
Typical for 1988 Pontiac Firebird84,589 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSFH 696W
MakePontiac
ModelFirebird
Year1988
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine7,456cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 17 Feb 2020 27,303 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 19 Feb 2019 27,301 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2018 27,299 miles

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

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Oil leak ()

Pass 8 Feb 2017 27,293 miles

Steering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

Pass 19 Feb 2016 27,289 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2015 27,285 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2014 27,285 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2013 27,280 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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SFH 696W is a 1988 Pontiac Firebird in Black with a 7,456cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1988 Pontiac Firebird models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.2% with a typical mileage of 84,589 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 SFH 696W, 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 38 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 SFH 696W?

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What year was SFH 696W registered?

SFH 696W is a 1988 Pontiac Firebird, first registered on 18 April 1988.

Is SFH 696W safe to buy?

The MOT history for SFH 696W shows 8 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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