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A379 UOM

1983 Triumph Acclaim

Silver Petrol 1335cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Aug 2010
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

94,861 mi
Last recorded94,861 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2009
Typical for 1983 Triumph Acclaim54,098 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA379 UOM
MakeTriumph
ModelAcclaim
Year1983
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,335cc
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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2009 94,861 miles

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Oil leak

Fail 27 Jul 2009 94,803 miles

Front registration plate letter/figure incomplete (6.3.1c)

Nearside Rear An item not tested (Manual)

Nearside Rear Brake linkage has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Oil leak

Pass 3 Jul 2008 87,451 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2008 87,451 miles

Centre Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Nearside wiper blade split

Pass 3 Jul 2007 67,110 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 6 Jul 2006 59,066 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2006 59,066 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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A379 UOM is a 1983 Triumph Acclaim in Silver with a 1,335cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 A379 UOM, 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 A379 UOM registered?

A379 UOM is a 1983 Triumph Acclaim, first registered on 1 August 1983.

Is A379 UOM safe to buy?

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