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WGN 793W

1980 Pontiac Transam

White Petrol 4200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jun 2021
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

64,019 mi
Last recorded64,019 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2020
Typical for 1980 Pontiac Transam40,248 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWGN 793W
MakePontiac
ModelTransam
Year1980
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,200cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2020 64,019 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Rear parking brake needs attention.

Offside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 8 Mar 2019 63,519 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2018 62,607 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2017 62,325 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2014 62,281 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2013 61,912 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 20 Sep 2011 61,638 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Oil leak

Pass 22 Sep 2010 61,156 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 10 Sep 2009 60,606 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)

Oil leak

Pass 10 Sep 2009 60,606 miles

Oil leak

Pass 13 Sep 2008 59,976 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Oil leak

Pass 26 Apr 2007 59,177 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2006 58,272 miles

How Reliable is the Pontiac Transam?

Based on 1,209 MOT tests across 124 vehicles.

81.6%
Pass Rate
598
Miles/Year
48
Year Lifespan
124
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 39
parking brake recording little or no effort 36
position lamp(s) not working 22
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 21
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 20
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WGN 793W is a 1980 Pontiac Transam in White with a 4,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 1980 Pontiac Transam models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.9% with a typical mileage of 40,248 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Pontiac Transam fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 39 recorded failures. If you're considering buying WGN 793W, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Pontiac Transam typically stays on UK roads for around 48 years. At 46 years old, this Pontiac Transam is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was WGN 793W registered?

WGN 793W is a 1980 Pontiac Transam, first registered on 4 December 1980.

Is WGN 793W safe to buy?

The MOT history for WGN 793W shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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