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V897 DRJ

1999 Pontiac Firebird

Black Petrol 3400cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 May 2027
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

56,175 mi
Last recorded56,175 miles
Recorded on22 May 2026
Typical for 1999 Pontiac Firebird82,334 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV897 DRJ
MakePontiac
ModelFirebird
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,400cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 May 2026 56,175 miles
Pass 2 May 2025 55,905 miles
Pass 3 May 2024 55,525 miles
Pass 25 May 2023 55,062 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Jun 2022 54,371 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2021 53,951 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2020 53,435 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2019 52,710 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2018 51,724 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2017 51,362 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2017 51,216 miles

Emissions not tested (7.3.A.1)

Pass 1 Jul 2016 50,559 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2015 49,919 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2014 49,231 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2013 47,395 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2012 46,151 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

front brake pipes starting to rust

slight leak from rear diff

slight leak from sump

Pass 20 Aug 2011 44,663 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2010 43,244 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2009 41,552 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2008 39,752 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2008 39,687 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Pass 18 Aug 2007 37,621 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2006 36,060 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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V897 DRJ is a 1999 Pontiac Firebird in Black with a 3,400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

Across all 1999 Pontiac Firebird models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.1% with a typical mileage of 82,334 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 V897 DRJ, 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 27 years old, this Pontiac Firebird is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was V897 DRJ registered?

V897 DRJ is a 1999 Pontiac Firebird, first registered on 1 October 1999.

Is V897 DRJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for V897 DRJ shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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