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TAO 386S

1977 Pontiac Transam

Black Petrol 6600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Aug 2025
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

82,295 mi
Last recorded82,295 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2024
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTAO 386S
MakePontiac
ModelTransam
Year1977
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine6,600cc
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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 20 Aug 2024 82,295 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2019 80,229 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2018 89,937 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2017 78,995 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2016 76,329 miles
Pass 11 May 2015 76,935 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2013 74,586 miles
Pass 26 May 2010 74,490 miles
Pass 23 May 2008 74,357 miles
Pass 2 May 2007 74,074 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2006 73,804 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2005 73,650 miles

How Reliable is the Pontiac Transam?

Based on 1,209 MOT tests across 124 vehicles.

81.6%
Pass Rate
598
Miles/Year
48
Year Lifespan
124
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 39
parking brake recording little or no effort 36
position lamp(s) not working 22
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 21
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 20
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TAO 386S is a 1977 Pontiac Transam in Black with a 6,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

The most common reason a Pontiac Transam fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 39 recorded failures. If you're considering buying TAO 386S, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Pontiac Transam typically stays on UK roads for around 48 years. At 49 years old, this Pontiac Transam is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of TAO 386S?

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What year was TAO 386S registered?

TAO 386S is a 1977 Pontiac Transam, first registered on 31 December 1977.

Is TAO 386S safe to buy?

The MOT history for TAO 386S shows 12 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 TAO 386S have outstanding finance?

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