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ABW 36C

1988 Jensen CV8

Red Petrol 4601cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jul 2018
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

27,317 mi
Last recorded27,317 miles
Recorded on27 Jul 2017
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationABW 36C
MakeJensen
ModelCV8
Year1988
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,601cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Jul 2017 27,317 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2015 27,098 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2014 26,806 miles

Front seat backs do not lock down.& all 4 seat bases lift out of the base of seat frames.

Rear seats do not have seat belts fitted by the manufacturer

Fail 2 Jun 2014 26,802 miles

Front Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Front seat backs do not lock down.& all 4 seat bases lift out of the base of seat frames.

Offside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Rear seats do not have seat belts fitted by the manufacturer

Pass 10 Jun 2013 25,793 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2012 24,812 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2011 23,949 miles

2 front brakes binding slightly

Pass 22 Apr 2009 23,259 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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ABW 36C is a 1988 Jensen CV8 in Red with a 4,601cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 ABW 36C, 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 38 years old, this Jensen CV8 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was ABW 36C registered?

ABW 36C is a 1988 Jensen CV8, first registered on 9 August 1988.

Is ABW 36C safe to buy?

The MOT history for ABW 36C shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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