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A349 SFB

1983 Triumph Acclaim

White Petrol 1335cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Apr 2010
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

73,025 mi
Last recorded73,025 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2009
Typical for 1983 Triumph Acclaim54,098 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA349 SFB
MakeTriumph
ModelAcclaim
Year1983
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,335cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2009 73,025 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Oil leak

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

both front tyres are perished and should be replaced

Pass 22 Apr 2008 72,336 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2008 72,272 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

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

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3) DANGEROUS

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

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

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3) DANGEROUS

Pass 16 Apr 2007 71,174 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2006 69,696 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 SFB is a 1983 Triumph Acclaim in White with a 1,335cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 SFB, 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 SFB registered?

A349 SFB is a 1983 Triumph Acclaim, first registered on 1 November 1983.

Is A349 SFB safe to buy?

The MOT history for A349 SFB shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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