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BYA 512X

1981 Triumph Acclaim

White Petrol 1335cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Aug 2022
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

46,880 mi
Last recorded46,880 miles
Recorded on2 Aug 2021
Typical for 1981 Triumph Acclaim53,808 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBYA 512X
MakeTriumph
ModelAcclaim
Year1981
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,335cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Aug 2021 46,880 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2020 45,124 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2019 41,992 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 31 Jul 2018 38,224 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2017 36,803 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2017 36,799 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 9 Aug 2016 35,835 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2015 35,008 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 6 Aug 2014 34,904 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2013 33,310 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2012 32,011 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2011 30,058 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2010 27,749 miles

slight twist in drivers seat

Pass 30 Jul 2009 25,808 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2008 22,174 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2007 18,744 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2007 18,744 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 23 Aug 2006 16,125 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2005 16,120 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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BYA 512X is a 1981 Triumph Acclaim in White with a 1,335cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

Across all 1981 Triumph Acclaim models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.9% with a typical mileage of 53,808 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 BYA 512X, 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 45 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 BYA 512X registered?

BYA 512X is a 1981 Triumph Acclaim, first registered on 31 December 1981.

Is BYA 512X safe to buy?

The MOT history for BYA 512X shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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