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RCD 52X

1981 Triumph Acclaim

Blue Petrol 1335cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Sep 2015
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

54,203 mi
Last recorded54,203 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2014
Typical for 1981 Triumph Acclaim53,808 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRCD 52X
MakeTriumph
ModelAcclaim
Year1981
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,335cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Sep 2014 54,203 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Nearside front wing has a projection caused by damage

Offside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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

Fail 10 Sep 2014 54,202 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

Nearside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Nearside front wing has a projection caused by damage

Nearside rear tyre with worn outer edge

Offside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside front tyre with worn inner and outer edge

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

Pass 11 Sep 2013 45,548 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 10 Sep 2013 45,546 miles

Offside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 12 Sep 2012 40,181 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Offside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Offside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 13 Sep 2011 370,481 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 15 Sep 2010 34,980 miles

Battery insecure

Pass 10 Sep 2009 32,526 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 4 Sep 2008 28,687 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2007 25,766 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2006 23,645 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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RCD 52X is a 1981 Triumph Acclaim in Blue with a 1,335cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 RCD 52X, 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.

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What year was RCD 52X registered?

RCD 52X is a 1981 Triumph Acclaim, first registered on 26 October 1981.

Is RCD 52X safe to buy?

The MOT history for RCD 52X shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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