Pontiac Unknown (1990)
1990 Pontiac Unknown
CarHunch is tracking 190 1990 Pontiac Unknown vehicles on UK roads. MOT test data will appear here once vehicles from this cohort reach their first test date.
These 1990 Pontiacs are reliability nightmares: only 30% passed their MOT first time, compared to the UK average of 80%, and petrol versions achieved a shocking 0% first-time pass rate across 189 vehicles. No dangerous defects were recorded, which is the only bright spot here.
With an average mileage of 72,363 miles for a 34-year-old car, these vehicles have covered reasonable distance, yet they're still failing basic MOT checks at an alarming rate—suggesting systemic age-related wear rather than isolated issues. If you're considering a 1990 Pontiac, plan for immediate and substantial repairs; this is a vehicle for restoration enthusiasts, not everyday drivers.
We have 190 1990 Pontiac Unknown vehicles on record but don't have enough MOT test data to show reliable statistics for this cohort.
What to check before buying a 1990 Pontiac Unknown
Practical pre-purchase checks for this age and model.
- 📋 Check the full MOT history. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. Enter the reg below for a full AI analysis.
- 🔍 Inspect for corrosion in person. Brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that's expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.
- 🛞 Check tyres and brakes. The most common advisory items at this age. Budget for replacement if they're near the limit — factor this into your offer price.
- 📄 Run an HPI check. The MOT history won't show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status — an HPI check will.
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Pass Rate by Fuel Type
| Fuel type | Vehicles | Pass rate | Avg failures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Petrol (99%) | 189 | 0% | 0 |
| Other (1%) | 1 | 50% | 3 |
Most Common MOT Issues — 1990 Pontiac Unknown
Based on actual MOT test records for this model. Percentage shows how often each item appears across all vehicles in this cohort.
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400%
Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases
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200%
Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()
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100%
Nearside Rear Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Corroding but not excessively
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100%
Exhaust noisy
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100%
Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play
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100%
Offside Rear Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Corroding but not excessively
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100%
Horn not working
Data covers a 3-year window centred on 1990. Counts include advisories and failures.
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