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838 DOW

1975 Jensen CV8

Red Petrol 4601cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jul 2014
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

30,248 mi
Last recorded30,248 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2013
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Vehicle Details

Registration838 DOW
MakeJensen
ModelCV8
Year1975
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,601cc
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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Jul 2013 30,248 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2007 30,223 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2007 30,223 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 16 Jun 2006 29,369 miles

How Reliable is the Jensen CV8?

Based on 1,315 MOT tests across 174 vehicles.

82.7%
Pass Rate
339
Miles/Year
63
Year Lifespan
174
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 57
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 38
Registration plate lamp not working 28
Headlamp not working on main beam 27
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 24
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838 DOW is a 1975 Jensen CV8 in Red with a 4,601cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

The most common reason a Jensen CV8 fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 57 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 838 DOW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Jensen CV8 typically stays on UK roads for around 63 years. At 51 years old, this Jensen CV8 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was 838 DOW registered?

838 DOW is a 1975 Jensen CV8, first registered on 4 February 1975.

Is 838 DOW safe to buy?

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