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GAX 16L

1972 Jensen CV8

Maroon Petrol 4601cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Nov 2014
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

80,321 mi
Last recorded80,321 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2013
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGAX 16L
MakeJensen
ModelCV8
Year1972
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,601cc
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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Nov 2013 80,321 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2012 80,321 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2011 80,317 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2011 80,317 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

Nearside Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)

Offside Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)

Pass 27 Sep 2010 80,251 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2005 80,165 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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GAX 16L is a 1972 Jensen CV8 in Maroon with a 4,601cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 GAX 16L, 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 54 years old, this Jensen CV8 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was GAX 16L registered?

GAX 16L is a 1972 Jensen CV8, first registered on 13 October 1972.

Is GAX 16L safe to buy?

The MOT history for GAX 16L shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does GAX 16L have outstanding finance?

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