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A347 OYC

1983 Triumph Acclaim

Red Petrol 1335cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Aug 2024
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

65,096 mi
Last recorded65,096 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2023
Typical for 1983 Triumph Acclaim54,098 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA347 OYC
MakeTriumph
ModelAcclaim
Year1983
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,335cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Aug 2023 65,096 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2022 62,476 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2021 61,731 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy dangers (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive engine and gear box (8.4.1 (a) (i))

front and rear shock obsobers week

front and rear bumper missing

Fail 1 Jul 2021 61,731 miles

Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy dangers (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive engine and gear box (8.4.1 (a) (i))

front and rear shock obsobers week

front and rear bumper missing

Pass 16 Jun 2020 61,318 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2018 60,605 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2015 59,727 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Fail 7 Sep 2015 59,727 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

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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A347 OYC 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 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 A347 OYC, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was A347 OYC registered?

A347 OYC is a 1983 Triumph Acclaim, first registered on 22 August 1983.

Is A347 OYC safe to buy?

The MOT history for A347 OYC shows 8 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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