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TLP 36W

1981 Pontiac Firebird

Red Petrol 5700cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Oct 2018
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

40,277 mi
Last recorded40,277 miles
Recorded on23 Oct 2017
Typical for 1981 Pontiac Firebird53,933 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTLP 36W
MakePontiac
ModelFirebird
Year1981
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,700cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 23 Oct 2017 40,277 miles

Nearside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

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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TLP 36W is a 1981 Pontiac Firebird in Red with a 5,700cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 TLP 36W, 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

How do I check the history of TLP 36W?

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What year was TLP 36W registered?

TLP 36W is a 1981 Pontiac Firebird, first registered on 15 May 1981.

Is TLP 36W safe to buy?

The MOT history for TLP 36W shows 1 test 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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