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XAG 833X

1981 Triumph Acclaim

Beige Petrol 1335cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Apr 2023
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

63,223 mi
Last recorded63,223 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2022
Typical for 1981 Triumph Acclaim53,808 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXAG 833X
MakeTriumph
ModelAcclaim
Year1981
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,335cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2022 63,223 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 1 Mar 2021 61,368 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 29 Feb 2020 60,564 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Mar 2019 58,003 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing slight cracking on outer wall (165/70/13) (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing slight cracking on outer wall (165/70/13) (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Dec 2017 56,658 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2016 54,677 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2015 53,775 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2014 53,708 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2014 53,708 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 8 Nov 2013 53,641 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2012 53,608 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2011 53,487 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2010 53,328 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2009 53,142 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2008 52,721 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2007 52,421 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Pass 27 Nov 2007 52,421 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2006 51,992 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2005 51,414 miles

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

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

Fail 22 Nov 2005 51,414 miles

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

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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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XAG 833X is a 1981 Triumph Acclaim in Beige with a 1,335cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 XAG 833X, 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

How do I check the history of XAG 833X?

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What year was XAG 833X registered?

XAG 833X is a 1981 Triumph Acclaim, first registered on 2 October 1981.

Is XAG 833X safe to buy?

The MOT history for XAG 833X shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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