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A35 UCA

1983 Triumph Acclaim

Blue Petrol 1335cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jul 2024
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

40,611 mi
Last recorded40,611 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2023
Typical for 1983 Triumph Acclaim54,098 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA35 UCA
MakeTriumph
ModelAcclaim
Year1983
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,335cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Jul 2023 40,611 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2022 40,411 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2021 40,202 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2020 40,031 miles
Pass 8 May 2019 39,315 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2017 38,756 miles

Coolant leak water pump ()

Exhaust system in poor condition

Nearside rear brake binding slightly

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

Fail 25 Apr 2017 38,756 miles

Coolant leak water pump ()

Exhaust system in poor condition

Nearside rear brake binding slightly

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)

Fail 20 Oct 2014 38,567 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Pass 20 Oct 2014 38,567 miles
Pass 25 May 2012 38,407 miles

Exhaust system in poor condition

Nearside rear brake binding slightly

Slight engine oil leak

Pass 26 Aug 2010 38,310 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside rear brake slightly binding

Pass 5 May 2009 37,729 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2007 37,244 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2006 37,112 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2006 37,112 miles

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

Pass 25 Aug 2005 35,711 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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A35 UCA 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 81.3%.

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 A35 UCA, 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 A35 UCA registered?

A35 UCA is a 1983 Triumph Acclaim, first registered on 24 November 1983.

Is A35 UCA safe to buy?

The MOT history for A35 UCA shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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