CarVerify

Free Car Check

VVF 999H

1983 Jensen CV8

Blue Petrol 4601cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Apr 2016
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

56,056 mi
Last recorded56,056 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2015
4 checks still locked for this Jensen
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationVVF 999H
MakeJensen
ModelCV8
Year1983
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,601cc
View full Jensen CV8 reliability data

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2015 56,056 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Power steering ram(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)

Underbody heavily undersealed, unable to carry out full corrosion assesment

Fail 13 Apr 2015 56,033 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Brake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)

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

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Power steering ram(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)

Underbody heavily undersealed, unable to carry out full corrosion assesment

Pass 9 Aug 2006 55,979 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
Full Jensen CV8 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

VVF 999H is a 1983 Jensen CV8 in Blue with a 4,601cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 VVF 999H, 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 43 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 VVF 999H?

You can check the full history of VVF 999H by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was VVF 999H registered?

VVF 999H is a 1983 Jensen CV8, first registered on 1 August 1983.

Is VVF 999H safe to buy?

The MOT history for VVF 999H shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does VVF 999H have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on VVF 999H. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.