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A349 MBH

1983 Triumph Acclaim

Silver Petrol 1335cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Oct 2024
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

50,094 mi
Last recorded50,094 miles
Recorded on12 Oct 2023
Typical for 1983 Triumph Acclaim54,098 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA349 MBH
MakeTriumph
ModelAcclaim
Year1983
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,335cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Oct 2023 50,094 miles

offside rear service brake almost double the reading of nearside

Fail 11 Oct 2023 50,088 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

offside rear service brake almost double the reading of nearside

Pass 28 Sep 2022 50,010 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2021 49,987 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2020 49,881 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2019 49,425 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2018 48,949 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2017 48,415 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2016 48,334 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2015 48,097 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

Fail 7 Oct 2015 48,097 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

Pass 15 Oct 2014 47,883 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2013 47,541 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2012 47,311 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2011 46,857 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2010 46,285 miles

front No plate cracked and loose

Pass 9 Sep 2009 45,839 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2008 45,208 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2008 45,204 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 7 Sep 2007 43,524 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2006 42,921 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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A349 MBH is a 1983 Triumph Acclaim in Silver with a 1,335cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 A349 MBH, 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 A349 MBH registered?

A349 MBH is a 1983 Triumph Acclaim, first registered on 5 September 1983.

Is A349 MBH safe to buy?

The MOT history for A349 MBH shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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