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VFV 974Y

1982 Triumph Acclaim

Gold Petrol 1335cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Aug 2016
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

95,345 mi
Last recorded95,345 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2015
Typical for 1982 Triumph Acclaim52,399 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVFV 974Y
MakeTriumph
ModelAcclaim
Year1982
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,335cc
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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2015 95,345 miles

Offside Front Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Fail 1 Aug 2015 95,302 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 29 Aug 2013 88,313 miles

both front brakes binding slightly

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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VFV 974Y is a 1982 Triumph Acclaim in Gold with a 1,335cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 VFV 974Y, 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 VFV 974Y?

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What year was VFV 974Y registered?

VFV 974Y is a 1982 Triumph Acclaim, first registered on 27 August 1982.

Is VFV 974Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for VFV 974Y shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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