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KBX 554X

1982 Triumph Acclaim

Blue Petrol 1335cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 May 2009
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

38,555 mi
Last recorded38,555 miles
Recorded on19 May 2008
Typical for 1982 Triumph Acclaim52,399 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKBX 554X
MakeTriumph
ModelAcclaim
Year1982
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,335cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 May 2008 38,555 miles
Fail 19 May 2008 38,562 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

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

Pass 29 May 2007 27,139 miles
Fail 29 May 2007 27,139 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

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

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

Pass 31 May 2006 20,353 miles

all tyres getting worn and perrished

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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KBX 554X is a 1982 Triumph Acclaim in Blue with a 1,335cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 KBX 554X, 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.

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What year was KBX 554X registered?

KBX 554X is a 1982 Triumph Acclaim, first registered on 15 March 1982.

Is KBX 554X safe to buy?

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