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XBF 521X

1982 Triumph Acclaim

Blue Petrol 1335cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 May 2025
Tests19 (19 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

4,249 mi
Last recorded4,249 miles
Recorded on4 May 2024
Typical for 1982 Triumph Acclaim52,399 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXBF 521X
MakeTriumph
ModelAcclaim
Year1982
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,335cc

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MOT History

19 pass
Pass 4 May 2024 4,249 miles
Pass 16 May 2023 1,190 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule front and rear (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))

general suspension corrosion

Pass 24 Mar 2022 970 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2021 962 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2020 956 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2019 951 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2018 942 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2017 932 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2016 972 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2015 921 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2014 905 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2013 872 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2012 823 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2011 549 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2010 489 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2009 482 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2008 100,458 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2007 394 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2006 100,368 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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XBF 521X is a 1982 Triumph Acclaim in Blue with a 1,335cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 XBF 521X, 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

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What year was XBF 521X registered?

XBF 521X is a 1982 Triumph Acclaim, first registered on 2 April 1982.

Is XBF 521X safe to buy?

The MOT history for XBF 521X shows 19 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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