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A158 XEP

1984 Triumph Acclaim

Gold Petrol 1335cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jun 2018
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

22,003 mi
Last recorded22,003 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2017
Typical for 1984 Triumph Acclaim49,754 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA158 XEP
MakeTriumph
ModelAcclaim
Year1984
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,335cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2017 22,003 miles

both rear outer sills slightly corroded

Pass 21 Jun 2016 21,211 miles

both rear sills corroded

parking brake on 18%

Pass 28 May 2015 20,351 miles

both rear sill's corroded

Pass 7 Jun 2014 19,636 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2013 18,155 miles

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

Pass 28 May 2012 16,560 miles

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

Pass 23 Jun 2011 15,024 miles

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

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

Oil leak

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 24 Jun 2010 15,015 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2009 15,005 miles
Pass 28 May 2008 14,918 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Trailing arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Fail 28 May 2008 14,918 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Trailing arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 4 Jun 2007 14,817 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2006 14,346 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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A158 XEP is a 1984 Triumph Acclaim in Gold with a 1,335cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 1984 Triumph Acclaim models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.2% with a typical mileage of 49,754 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 A158 XEP, 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 42 years old, this Triumph Acclaim is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was A158 XEP registered?

A158 XEP is a 1984 Triumph Acclaim, first registered on 2 July 1984.

Is A158 XEP safe to buy?

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