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VGN 690W

1980 Pontiac Firebird

White Petrol 3800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Mar 2022
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

44,582 mi
Last recorded44,582 miles
Recorded on26 Feb 2021
Typical for 1980 Pontiac Firebird57,179 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVGN 690W
MakePontiac
ModelFirebird
Year1980
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,800cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 26 Feb 2021 44,582 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Mar 2020 44,533 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

rear exhaust system deteriorated and has a minor leak

Pass 23 Mar 2019 44,070 miles

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Mar 2018 43,154 miles

Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush both (2.7.4)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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

Pass 27 May 2017 42,883 miles

Nearside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 13 May 2016 42,317 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn slightly on outer edge.

Windscreen damaged outside drivers view of the road.

Pass 22 May 2015 40,303 miles

Nearside front tyre wearing on outside edge.

Oil leak

Pass 30 May 2014 37,759 miles
Pass 24 May 2013 36,008 miles
Pass 16 May 2012 33,776 miles
Pass 9 May 2011 32,700 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

front number plate slightly cracked

Pass 15 May 2010 31,219 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

Pass 30 May 2009 31,136 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 26 May 2007 31,095 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 13 May 2006 30,845 miles

Off side front brake binding slightly.

parking brake effort just above limit.

Pass 14 May 2005 30,552 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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VGN 690W is a 1980 Pontiac Firebird in White with a 3,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1980 Pontiac Firebird models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.5% with a typical mileage of 57,179 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 VGN 690W, 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 46 years old, this Pontiac Firebird is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VGN 690W registered?

VGN 690W is a 1980 Pontiac Firebird, first registered on 22 September 1980.

Is VGN 690W safe to buy?

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