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TAH 514W

1981 Pontiac Firebird

Red Petrol 6590cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Sep 2025
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

56,996 mi
Last recorded56,996 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2024
Typical for 1981 Pontiac Firebird53,933 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTAH 514W
MakePontiac
ModelFirebird
Year1981
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine6,590cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2024 56,996 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear Central (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 4 Sep 2024 36,996 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Nearside Rear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear Central (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 3 Aug 2017 56,061 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2016 55,631 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2015 54,723 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2014 54,504 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2013 54,231 miles

Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch

interior mirror missing at the time of test

Fail 16 Jul 2013 54,227 miles

Front registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct stroke width (6.3.4a)

Front registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct width (6.3.4a)

Offside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Rear registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct stroke width (6.3.4a)

Rear registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct width (6.3.4a)

Wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch

interior mirror missing at the time of test

Pass 20 May 2010 53,933 miles
Fail 20 May 2010 53,933 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 25 Jun 2009 53,665 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 14 Feb 2006 18,672 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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TAH 514W is a 1981 Pontiac Firebird in Red with a 6,590cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1981 Pontiac Firebird models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.5% with a typical mileage of 53,933 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 TAH 514W, 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 45 years old, this Pontiac Firebird is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was TAH 514W registered?

TAH 514W is a 1981 Pontiac Firebird, first registered on 1 March 1981.

Is TAH 514W safe to buy?

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