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V8 BYT

2002 Pontiac Trans Am

Black Petrol 5700cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Aug 2026
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

18,324 mi
Last recorded18,324 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2025
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV8 BYT
MakePontiac
ModelTrans Am
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,700cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2025 18,324 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2025 18,302 miles

Emissions unable to be completed equipment fault (8.2.1.2 (d))

Pass 26 Jul 2023 18,173 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2022 17,871 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2022 17,868 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Rear fog lamp missing (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Sep 2021 17,666 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2020 17,509 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2019 16,783 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2018 15,770 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2017 13,995 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2016 13,618 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2015 12,651 miles
Pass 17 May 2014 12,168 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2013 11,640 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2011 10,050 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2010 10,020 miles
Pass 20 May 2008 9,588 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2006 6,544 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 24 Nov 2005 4,280 miles

How Reliable is the Pontiac Trans Am?

Based on 1,959 MOT tests across 230 vehicles.

83.1%
Pass Rate
438
Miles/Year
48
Year Lifespan
230
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 53
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 48
parking brake recording little or no effort 34
position lamp(s) not working 28
Direction indicator incorrect colour 25
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V8 BYT is a 2002 Pontiac Trans Am in Black with a 5,700cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

The most common reason a Pontiac Trans Am fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 53 recorded failures. If you're considering buying V8 BYT, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Pontiac Trans Am typically stays on UK roads for around 48 years. At 24 years old, this Pontiac Trans Am is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was V8 BYT registered?

V8 BYT is a 2002 Pontiac Trans Am, first registered on 8 September 2002.

Is V8 BYT safe to buy?

The MOT history for V8 BYT shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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