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PBV 772

1998 Jensen CV8

Blue Petrol 4601cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Nov 2022
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

39,473 mi
Last recorded39,473 miles
Recorded on2 Nov 2021
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPBV 772
MakeJensen
ModelCV8
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,601cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Nov 2021 39,473 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2020 39,065 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2018 36,900 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2017 34,312 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2011 34,304 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2009 32,052 miles

Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

sill covers fitted

Pass 28 Jun 2008 29,882 miles

Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

sill covers fitted

Pass 15 May 2007 26,994 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2006 24,859 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2005 24,125 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2005 24,125 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

engine oil leak

n/s exhaust manifold minor gas leak

slight play o/s/f lower ball joint

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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PBV 772 is a 1998 Jensen CV8 in Blue with a 4,601cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 PBV 772, 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 28 years old, this Jensen CV8 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was PBV 772 registered?

PBV 772 is a 1998 Jensen CV8, first registered on 1 March 1998.

Is PBV 772 safe to buy?

The MOT history for PBV 772 shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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