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XBL 609E

1997 Pontiac Firebird

Red Petrol 5300cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Feb 2020
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

49,422 mi
Last recorded49,422 miles
Recorded on26 Feb 2019
Typical for 1997 Pontiac Firebird80,093 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXBL 609E
MakePontiac
ModelFirebird
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,300cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 26 Feb 2019 49,422 miles

Nearside slight exhaust blow

slight oil leak

Pass 20 Dec 2017 49,176 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2016 49,118 miles
Pass 5 May 2015 49,079 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2014 48,729 miles

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

Pass 3 Aug 2012 48,462 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 1 Jul 2011 47,451 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2010 47,050 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2009 46,645 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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XBL 609E is a 1997 Pontiac Firebird in Red with a 5,300cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1997 Pontiac Firebird models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.0% with a typical mileage of 80,093 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 XBL 609E, 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 29 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 XBL 609E?

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What year was XBL 609E registered?

XBL 609E is a 1997 Pontiac Firebird, first registered on 18 December 1997.

Is XBL 609E safe to buy?

The MOT history for XBL 609E shows 9 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does XBL 609E have outstanding finance?

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