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SDE 345M

1973 Jensen CV8

Blue Petrol 3993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Feb 2008
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

62,336 mi
Last recorded62,336 miles
Recorded on21 Feb 2007
Typical for 1973 Jensen CV837,899 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSDE 345M
MakeJensen
ModelCV8
Year1973
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,993cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Feb 2007 62,336 miles
Fail 3 Jan 2007 2,334 miles

Nearside Front Service brake juddering severely (3.7.C.2)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1a)

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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SDE 345M is a 1973 Jensen CV8 in Blue with a 3,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1973 Jensen CV8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.7% with a typical mileage of 37,899 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 SDE 345M, 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 53 years old, this Jensen CV8 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of SDE 345M?

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What year was SDE 345M registered?

SDE 345M is a 1973 Jensen CV8, first registered on 29 October 1973.

Is SDE 345M safe to buy?

The MOT history for SDE 345M shows 2 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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