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A131 BRC

1983 Triumph Acclaim

Silver Petrol 1335cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jan 2014
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

58,365 mi
Last recorded58,365 miles
Recorded on4 Jan 2013
Typical for 1983 Triumph Acclaim54,098 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA131 BRC
MakeTriumph
ModelAcclaim
Year1983
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,335cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Jan 2013 58,365 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2012 54,353 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2011 51,267 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2010 48,783 miles

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

brake pedal spongy

n/s o/s rear valence

Fail 28 Jan 2010 48,781 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

brake pedal spongy

n/s o/s rear valence

Pass 8 Nov 2006 48,767 miles

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

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

How Reliable is the Triumph Acclaim?

Based on 7,437 MOT tests across 1,142 vehicles.

72.5%
Pass Rate
1,003
Miles/Year
45
Year Lifespan
1,142
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 1,357
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 302
Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings 267
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 197
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 170
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A131 BRC is a 1983 Triumph Acclaim in Silver with a 1,335cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1983 Triumph Acclaim models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.1% with a typical mileage of 54,098 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Triumph Acclaim fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 1,357 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A131 BRC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Triumph Acclaim typically stays on UK roads for around 45 years. At 43 years old, this Triumph Acclaim is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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How do I check the history of A131 BRC?

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What year was A131 BRC registered?

A131 BRC is a 1983 Triumph Acclaim, first registered on 15 August 1983.

Is A131 BRC safe to buy?

The MOT history for A131 BRC shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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