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UMR 290J

1971 Pontiac Firebird

Yellow Petrol 4100cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Dec 2014
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

93,792 mi
Last recorded93,792 miles
Recorded on9 Dec 2013
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUMR 290J
MakePontiac
ModelFirebird
Year1971
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,100cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Dec 2013 93,792 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Pass 3 May 2012 93,792 miles
Pass 5 May 2011 93,792 miles
Pass 28 May 2009 93,792 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2008 93,792 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2007 93,792 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2006 89,852 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2006 89,836 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order (not working) (1.2.4a)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)

Offside Headlamp not in good working order (not working) (1.2.4a)

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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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UMR 290J is a 1971 Pontiac Firebird in Yellow with a 4,100cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 UMR 290J, 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 55 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 UMR 290J?

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What year was UMR 290J registered?

UMR 290J is a 1971 Pontiac Firebird, first registered on 1 April 1971.

Is UMR 290J safe to buy?

The MOT history for UMR 290J shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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