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BKM 813Y

1982 Triumph Acclaim

Gold Petrol 1335cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Sep 2026
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

53,915 mi
Last recorded53,915 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2025
Typical for 1982 Triumph Acclaim52,399 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBKM 813Y
MakeTriumph
ModelAcclaim
Year1982
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,335cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Sep 2025 53,915 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2023 53,603 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2022 53,033 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2021 52,310 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2020 51,865 miles

Both sides inner sills covered with underseal

Pass 26 Oct 2019 51,506 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2018 50,256 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2017 49,210 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Slight corrosion and blowing (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 3 Oct 2016 48,891 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2015 48,617 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2014 48,205 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2013 47,957 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2013 47,957 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 30 Oct 2012 47,452 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Fail 29 Oct 2012 47,452 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 13 Sep 2011 44,012 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Fail 12 Sep 2011 44,012 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Fail 6 Sep 2010 40,284 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Pass 6 Sep 2010 40,284 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 11 Sep 2009 34,818 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2008 31,340 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2007 31,174 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2006 30,934 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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BKM 813Y is a 1982 Triumph Acclaim in Gold with a 1,335cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 BKM 813Y, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BKM 813Y registered?

BKM 813Y is a 1982 Triumph Acclaim, first registered on 1 August 1982.

Is BKM 813Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for BKM 813Y shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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