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GLG 800X

1982 Triumph Acclaim

Blue Petrol 1335cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Sep 2014
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

48,722 mi
Last recorded48,722 miles
Recorded on11 Sep 2013
Typical for 1982 Triumph Acclaim52,399 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGLG 800X
MakeTriumph
ModelAcclaim
Year1982
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,335cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Sep 2013 48,722 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

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

o/s/f floor corroded

Fail 11 Sep 2013 48,722 miles

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fuel pipe/s corroded

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

o/s/f floor corroded

Pass 17 Sep 2012 42,277 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

some corrosion starting in o/s/f floor section

Fail 17 Sep 2012 42,277 miles

Driver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

some corrosion starting in o/s/f floor section

Pass 12 Sep 2011 38,422 miles

some corrosion starting in o/s/f floor section

Fail 8 Sep 2011 38,415 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

some corrosion starting in o/s/f floor section

Pass 1 May 2009 37,836 miles

rear tyres age cracking some corrosion starting in o/s/r outter sill section small corrosion hole in o/s/f floor section

Pass 12 Mar 2008 37,057 miles

Offside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

both rear tyres age cracking [advise new tyres]

Pass 12 Mar 2007 36,789 miles

Offside Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

rear tyres age cracking

Pass 9 Mar 2006 36,475 miles

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

Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

age cracking starting in rear tyres

Fail 8 Mar 2006 36,471 miles

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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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GLG 800X is a 1982 Triumph Acclaim in Blue with a 1,335cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 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 GLG 800X, 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 GLG 800X registered?

GLG 800X is a 1982 Triumph Acclaim, first registered on 1 April 1982.

Is GLG 800X safe to buy?

The MOT history for GLG 800X shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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