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LEC 418X

1982 Triumph Acclaim

Silver Petrol 1335cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Nov 2019
Tests22 (13 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate59.1%

Mileage

3,751 mi
Last recorded3,751 miles
Recorded on12 Nov 2018
Typical for 1982 Triumph Acclaim52,399 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLEC 418X
MakeTriumph
ModelAcclaim
Year1982
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,335cc
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MOT History

13 pass 9 fail
Pass 12 Nov 2018 3,751 miles

Brake lever pivots slightly worn hand brake lever (1.1.1 (b))

Fail 25 Jul 2018 3,749 miles

Offside Inner Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion to the extent that overall security or stability of the body is impaired (6.2.2 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 1 Jul 2017 314 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2017 291 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded chassie leg (2.4.A.3)

Rear Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened both (2.4.G.1)

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded both inner sills (2.4.A.3)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 29 Jun 2016 95,727 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2016 95,726 miles

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

Pass 19 Jun 2015 89,995 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2014 85,861 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2014 85,757 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 13 Jun 2013 80,418 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2013 80,413 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Jun 2012 75,090 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2012 75,084 miles

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

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

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

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

Rear Parking brake mechanism/associated mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (3.1.9)

Pass 28 Jun 2011 70,044 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2010 65,319 miles

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

both front jacking points becoming deteriorated

unable to check welding due to under seal

Fail 10 Jun 2010 65,318 miles

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

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

both front jacking points becoming deteriorated

Pass 25 Jun 2009 60,786 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2009 60,782 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (2.4.A.3)

Pass 20 Jun 2008 56,406 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2008 56,403 miles

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

Pass 18 Jun 2007 52,668 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2006 49,604 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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LEC 418X is a 1982 Triumph Acclaim in Silver with a 1,335cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 59.1%.

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 LEC 418X, 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 LEC 418X registered?

LEC 418X is a 1982 Triumph Acclaim, first registered on 17 March 1982.

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