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A753 PYC

1983 Triumph Acclaim

Red Petrol 1335cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Aug 2024
Tests24 (18 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

60,361 mi
Last recorded60,361 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2023
Typical for 1983 Triumph Acclaim54,098 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA753 PYC
MakeTriumph
ModelAcclaim
Year1983
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,335cc

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MOT History

18 pass 6 fail
Pass 8 Aug 2023 60,361 miles

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

Fail 28 Jul 2023 60,333 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))

Rear fog lamp switch not operating in accordance with the requirements (4.5.3 (a))

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

Pass 1 Aug 2022 58,678 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2021 57,997 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material ALL (1.1.11 (c))

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

Nearside Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) Offside and nearside front ()

Pass 21 Aug 2020 57,562 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Adjacent to OSR brake cylinder. (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 16 Apr 2019 57,111 miles

Offside Front Tyre perished in tread area

Fail 11 Apr 2019 57,100 miles

Offside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed sidewall cracks (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Both rear tyres and offside front tyre perished

Pass 17 Apr 2018 55,684 miles

Rear tyres perished

Pass 10 Apr 2017 52,789 miles

Exhaust deteriorated

Pass 11 Apr 2016 43,849 miles

Engine idle speed very erratic & prone to stalling

Pass 24 Jun 2015 43,797 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2015 43,787 miles

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 24 Jun 2014 43,434 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

centre exhaust deteriorated

Pass 26 Jun 2013 42,174 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2012 37,248 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

REAR SILENCER OUTER SKIN SPLITTING SLIGHTLY,SLIGHT BINDING ON NSR BRAKE.

Pass 29 Jun 2012 37,248 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

REAR SILENCER OUTER SKIN SPLITTING SLIGHTLY,SLIGHT BINDING ON NSR BRAKE.

Pass 14 Jun 2011 31,992 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2011 31,992 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 23 Jun 2010 26,111 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2010 26,074 miles

Front Vehicle structure has an inadequate repair, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is inadequately repaired (5.2.6)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is inadequately repaired (5.2.6)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 14 Jan 2009 25,565 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2008 24,755 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2007 24,287 miles

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Pass 8 Dec 2005 23,525 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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A753 PYC is a 1983 Triumph Acclaim in Red with a 1,335cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1983 Triumph Acclaim models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.1% with a typical mileage of 54,098 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 A753 PYC, 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 43 years old, this Triumph Acclaim is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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How do I check the history of A753 PYC?

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What year was A753 PYC registered?

A753 PYC is a 1983 Triumph Acclaim, first registered on 17 November 1983.

Is A753 PYC safe to buy?

The MOT history for A753 PYC shows 24 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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