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A258 WML

1983 Triumph Acclaim

Red Petrol 1335cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Dec 2012
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

52,528 mi
Last recorded52,528 miles
Recorded on15 Dec 2011
Typical for 1983 Triumph Acclaim54,098 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA258 WML
MakeTriumph
ModelAcclaim
Year1983
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,335cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Dec 2011 52,528 miles
Fail 15 Dec 2011 52,528 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 16 Dec 2010 52,425 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2009 52,245 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2008 52,058 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2007 51,812 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2006 51,522 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2005 51,304 miles

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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A258 WML is a 1983 Triumph Acclaim in Red with a 1,335cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 A258 WML, 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 A258 WML registered?

A258 WML is a 1983 Triumph Acclaim, first registered on 8 December 1983.

Is A258 WML safe to buy?

The MOT history for A258 WML shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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