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A480 MRJ

1984 Triumph Acclaim

Beige Petrol 1335cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Oct 2023
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

44,857 mi
Last recorded44,857 miles
Recorded on28 Sep 2022
Typical for 1984 Triumph Acclaim49,754 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA480 MRJ
MakeTriumph
ModelAcclaim
Year1984
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,335cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Sep 2022 44,857 miles

Nearside Rear outer sill slightly corroded

Pass 28 Sep 2021 43,064 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2020 41,006 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2019 40,064 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2019 40,029 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 31 Aug 2018 38,195 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2016 38,150 miles
Pass 1 May 2015 36,983 miles

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

Fail 7 Apr 2015 36,983 miles

Nearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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

Oil leak

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

Pass 3 Jan 2012 36,688 miles
Fail 6 Jan 2011 36,291 miles

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

Pass 6 Jan 2011 36,291 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2010 35,911 miles
Fail 6 Jan 2010 35,911 miles

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

Pass 7 Jan 2009 35,796 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2007 35,418 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2006 34,877 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2005 34,455 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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A480 MRJ is a 1984 Triumph Acclaim in Beige with a 1,335cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 A480 MRJ, 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 A480 MRJ registered?

A480 MRJ is a 1984 Triumph Acclaim, first registered on 19 March 1984.

Is A480 MRJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for A480 MRJ shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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