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VBH 145W

1981 Pontiac Firebird

Red Petrol 6600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Mar 2018
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

22,550 mi
Last recorded22,550 miles
Recorded on28 Mar 2017
Typical for 1981 Pontiac Firebird53,933 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVBH 145W
MakePontiac
ModelFirebird
Year1981
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine6,600cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Mar 2017 22,550 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2017 22,550 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel nut(s) loose (4.2.A.1e)

Pass 3 Nov 2015 22,339 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Fail 3 Nov 2015 22,339 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Pass 2 Feb 2015 21,880 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2014 21,486 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2007 18,516 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2007 18,516 miles

Fuel system component insecure (7.2.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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VBH 145W is a 1981 Pontiac Firebird in Red with a 6,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 VBH 145W, 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 VBH 145W?

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What year was VBH 145W registered?

VBH 145W is a 1981 Pontiac Firebird, first registered on 24 April 1981.

Is VBH 145W safe to buy?

The MOT history for VBH 145W shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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