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UER 481S

1978 Pontiac Firebird

White Petrol 5700cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jul 2019
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

14,171 mi
Last recorded14,171 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2018
Typical for 1978 Pontiac Firebird52,578 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUER 481S
MakePontiac
ModelFirebird
Year1978
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,700cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 28 Jul 2018 14,171 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))

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

Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Jun 2017 12,683 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2016 10,902 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2015 9,335 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2014 7,336 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 15 Jun 2013 5,337 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2012 4,485 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2011 3,293 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2010 1,532 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2009 123 miles
Pass 31 May 2008 98,150 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2006 93,668 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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UER 481S is a 1978 Pontiac Firebird in White with a 5,700cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1978 Pontiac Firebird models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.0% with a typical mileage of 52,578 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 UER 481S, 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 48 years old, this Pontiac Firebird is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of UER 481S?

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What year was UER 481S registered?

UER 481S is a 1978 Pontiac Firebird, first registered on 31 December 1978.

Is UER 481S safe to buy?

The MOT history for UER 481S 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.

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