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PDX 31W

1980 Jensen CV8

Maroon Petrol 6300cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Aug 2014
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

56,467 mi
Last recorded56,467 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2013
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPDX 31W
MakeJensen
ModelCV8
Year1980
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine6,300cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Jul 2013 56,467 miles

Nearside Front Upper Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Fail 11 Jul 2013 56,467 miles

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

Nearside Front Upper Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Pass 10 Aug 2012 55,882 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2012 55,882 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Brake pipe fouled by moving parts (3.6.B.2a)

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

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

advise corrosion to front near side and off side brake discs

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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PDX 31W is a 1980 Jensen CV8 in Maroon with a 6,300cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 PDX 31W, 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 46 years old, this Jensen CV8 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of PDX 31W?

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What year was PDX 31W registered?

PDX 31W is a 1980 Jensen CV8, first registered on 1 November 1980.

Is PDX 31W safe to buy?

The MOT history for PDX 31W shows 4 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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