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ADV 240Y

1982 Triumph Acclaim

Red Petrol 1335cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Dec 2009
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

43,190 mi
Last recorded43,190 miles
Recorded on9 Dec 2008
Typical for 1982 Triumph Acclaim52,399 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationADV 240Y
MakeTriumph
ModelAcclaim
Year1982
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,335cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Dec 2008 43,190 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

both front tyres perished on inner sidewalls

corrosion to bulkhead

corrosion to front of bonnet

n/s blade split on end

n/s rear brake starting to bind

o/s headlamp image weak

Fail 3 Dec 2008 43,190 miles

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

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

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

both front tyres perished on inner sidewalls

corrosion to bulkhead

corrosion to front of bonnet

n/s blade split on end

n/s rear brake starting to bind

o/s headlamp image weak

Pass 12 Nov 2007 43,071 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

both front tyres perished on inner sidewalls

bulkhead rusty

n/s outer sill panel rusty

n/s rear brake starting to bind

o/s headlamp reflector worn [weak image]

various panels rusty

Pass 27 Nov 2006 42,864 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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ADV 240Y is a 1982 Triumph Acclaim in Red with a 1,335cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1982 Triumph Acclaim models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.0% with a typical mileage of 52,399 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 ADV 240Y, 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 44 years old, this Triumph Acclaim is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was ADV 240Y registered?

ADV 240Y is a 1982 Triumph Acclaim, first registered on 1 August 1982.

Is ADV 240Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for ADV 240Y shows 4 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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