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A154 VOB

1983 Triumph Acclaim

Blue Petrol 1335cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 May 2024
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

5,250 mi
Last recorded5,250 miles
Recorded on10 May 2023
Typical for 1983 Triumph Acclaim54,098 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA154 VOB
MakeTriumph
ModelAcclaim
Year1983
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,335cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 May 2023 5,250 miles
Pass 11 May 2022 4,002 miles

Coolant leak ()

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

Pass 1 Apr 2019 3,104 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2019 3,104 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 4 Jul 2017 3 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2014 43,537 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2012 39,925 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 5 Oct 2011 39,283 miles

Front discs rusty

Nearside rear tyre perished

Rear silencer slightly corroded

Pass 20 Sep 2010 39,111 miles

Slight play in Nearside rear wheel bearing

Pass 21 Sep 2009 38,847 miles

Rear bootld opening corroded not in prescribed area

Pass 18 Sep 2008 38,476 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2008 38,450 miles

Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 21 Sep 2007 38,089 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2007 38,085 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 23 Sep 2006 37,417 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2006 37,417 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Inner Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

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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A154 VOB is a 1983 Triumph Acclaim in Blue with a 1,335cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 A154 VOB, 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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What year was A154 VOB registered?

A154 VOB is a 1983 Triumph Acclaim, first registered on 3 November 1983.

Is A154 VOB safe to buy?

The MOT history for A154 VOB shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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