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FYC 339Y

1982 Triumph Acclaim

Gold Petrol 1335cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Nov 2006
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

92,203 mi
Last recorded92,203 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2005
Typical for 1982 Triumph Acclaim52,399 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFYC 339Y
MakeTriumph
ModelAcclaim
Year1982
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,335cc
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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Nov 2005 92,203 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2005 92,148 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Driver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.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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FYC 339Y is a 1982 Triumph Acclaim in Gold with a 1,335cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 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 FYC 339Y, 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

How do I check the history of FYC 339Y?

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What year was FYC 339Y registered?

FYC 339Y is a 1982 Triumph Acclaim, first registered on 20 September 1982.

Is FYC 339Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for FYC 339Y shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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