MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
94,744 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
Advanced corrosion O/S/R outer wheelarch
N/S/R & O/S/R shock absorber turret areas repaired
O/S & N/S rear inner sill repaired
O/S & N/S rear outer sills repaired
Slight brakebind N/S/R
Slight play O/S/R wheel bearing
How Reliable is the Triumph Acclaim?
Based on 7,437 MOT tests across 1,142 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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A982 DPM is a 1983 Triumph Acclaim in Blue with a 1,335cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.
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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.
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 A982 DPM, 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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What year was A982 DPM registered?
A982 DPM is a 1983 Triumph Acclaim, first registered on 1 December 1983.
Is A982 DPM safe to buy?
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