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FWC 474H

1969 Jensen CV8

Blue Petrol 4601cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Oct 2018
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

90,639 mi
Last recorded90,639 miles
Recorded on20 Oct 2017
Typical for 1969 Jensen CV854,807 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFWC 474H
MakeJensen
ModelCV8
Year1969
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,601cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Oct 2017 90,639 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2016 90,487 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2015 90,469 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2015 90,469 miles

Centre Front Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1) DANGEROUS

Pass 30 May 2014 90,447 miles
Pass 7 May 2013 90,408 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2012 90,363 miles
Fail 18 May 2012 90,343 miles

Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Rear front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 25 May 2011 90,305 miles
Pass 6 May 2010 90,232 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2010 90,230 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 6 Jun 2008 89,766 miles
Pass 10 May 2007 89,580 miles
Pass 12 May 2006 89,384 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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FWC 474H is a 1969 Jensen CV8 in Blue with a 4,601cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 1969 Jensen CV8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.4% with a typical mileage of 54,807 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 FWC 474H, 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 57 years old, this Jensen CV8 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FWC 474H registered?

FWC 474H is a 1969 Jensen CV8, first registered on 29 October 1969.

Is FWC 474H safe to buy?

The MOT history for FWC 474H shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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