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RMU 706L

1975 Jensen CV8

Blue Petrol 4601cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Apr 2024
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

66,921 mi
Last recorded66,921 miles
Recorded on30 Mar 2023
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRMU 706L
MakeJensen
ModelCV8
Year1975
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,601cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Mar 2023 66,921 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2022 66,872 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2021 66,731 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2019 66,668 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2018 66,557 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2017 66,388 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2016 66,245 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2015 66,204 miles
Pass 3 May 2014 66,168 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2013 66,135 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2012 66,039 miles
Pass 13 May 2011 66,005 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2010 65,920 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2008 65,890 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2008 65,859 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Lower Steering column retaining device insecure (2.1.6)

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

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Rear Brake clevis joint locking device missing (3.5.1l)

Steering column top bearing excessively worn (2.1.2c)

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

gearbox rear mounting badly worn

Pass 24 Jul 2007 65,597 miles

Nearside Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 24 Jul 2006 65,597 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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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RMU 706L is a 1975 Jensen CV8 in Blue with a 4,601cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 RMU 706L, 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 51 years old, this Jensen CV8 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was RMU 706L registered?

RMU 706L is a 1975 Jensen CV8, first registered on 1 September 1975.

Is RMU 706L safe to buy?

The MOT history for RMU 706L shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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