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Jensen C.V8

Blue · Petrol · 1963 · 5,916 cc

580 MEAMOT history

580 MEA is a blue petrol Jensen C.V8 first used on 30 Aug 1963. Its MOT expired on 7 Jul 2023 and it has passed 13 of 20 MOT tests, with 87,765 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Jul 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 7 Jul 2023
Mileage
87,765 mi
At MOT on 8 Jul 2022
MOT tests
20
13 passed · 7 failed
Per year
117 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
580 MEA
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Jensen
Model
C.V8
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
5,916 cc
Year of manufacture
1963
First used
30 Aug 1963
MOT status
MOT expired on 7 Jul 2023
Latest MOT test
8 Jul 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

580 MEA was last recorded at 87,765 miles on 8 Jul 2022, 5 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Jun 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
87,760 miles · 20 Jun 2022
Between the last two tests
5 miles
Average per year
117 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 87,765 miles
  • 2020 – 87,678 miles
  • 2018 – 87,547 miles
  • 2016 – 87,317 miles
  • 2015 – 87,248 miles
  • 2014 – 87,230 miles
  • 2013 – 86,763 miles
  • 2012 – 86,484 miles
  • 2011 – 86,463 miles
  • 2010 – 86,373 miles
  • 2009 – 86,200 miles
  • 2008 – 86,200 miles
  • 2007 – 86,057 miles
  • 2006 – 85,864 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass87,765 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2007–2015

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2013

Full MOT history

20 tests since 26 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass87,765 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    87,765 miles
    Test number
    559120947095

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail87,760 miles (+82)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,760 miles
    Test number
    964910326325
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid Both (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  3. Pass87,678 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    87,678 miles
    Test number
    988497571286

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail87,677 miles (+130)1 dangerous1 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,677 miles
    Test number
    486945305626
    • DangerousBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid not visible (1.1.10 (d) (iii))
    • MajorOffside Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorIndicator tell-tale inoperative (4.9.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass87,547 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2019
    Odometer
    87,547 miles
    Test number
    180515371616
    • AdvisoryFront Wiper blades are deteriorating

  6. Fail87,547 miles (+230)5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,547 miles
    Test number
    864639131847
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.7.5c)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureSeat belt installation anchorage insecure (5.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront Wiper blades are deteriorating

  7. Pass87,317 miles (+69)
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    87,317 miles
    Test number
    305533057122

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass87,248 miles (+18)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2016
    Odometer
    87,248 miles
    Test number
    975644615146
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteOil leak

  9. Pass87,230 miles (+467)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2015
    Odometer
    87,230 miles
    Test number
    628802234124
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  10. Pass86,763 miles (+279)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2014
    Odometer
    86,763 miles
    Test number
    385699103147
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  11. Pass86,484 miles (+21)
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2013
    Odometer
    86,484 miles
    Test number
    299326532436

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass86,463 miles (+90)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2012
    Odometer
    86,463 miles
    Test number
    926376221185
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • NoteWiper blades deteriorating

  13. Pass86,373 miles (+173)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    86,373 miles
    Test number
    604240010157
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteWiper blades deteriorating

  14. Pass86,200 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    86,200 miles
    Test number
    401297329032

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail86,200 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,200 miles
    Test number
    452287529042
    • FailureDirection indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

  16. Fail86,200 miles (+143)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,200 miles
    Test number
    134906138362
    • DangerousBrake master cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (3.6.G.1f)

  17. Pass86,057 miles1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    86,057 miles
    Test number
    980787487187
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteNearside rear exhaust mounting deteriorating
    • NoteSlight wear in steering rack
    • NoteWiper blades deteriorating

  18. Fail86,057 miles (+193)1 failure1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,057 miles
    Test number
    650167387140
    • FailureSteering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteNearside rear exhaust mounting deteriorating
    • NoteSlight wear in steering rack
    • NoteWiper blades deteriorating

  19. Fail85,864 miles1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,864 miles
    Test number
    342526016111
    • Repaired at testSteering column movement between the shaft and steering wheel (2.1.2b)
    • NoteSlight wear and play in steering rack

  20. Pass85,864 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2007
    Odometer
    85,864 miles
    Test number
    930336216166
    • NoteSlight wear and play in steering rack

Questions about 580 MEA

What vehicle is registration 580 MEA currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show 580 MEA on a blue petrol Jensen C.V8 first used on 30 Aug 1963. Dateless registrations can be transferred between vehicles, so earlier MOT tests may have been under a different registration. Registered keeper details are not public and are not shown.
Does 580 MEA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on 580 MEA expired on 7 Jul 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on 580 MEA?
The MOT on 580 MEA expired on 7 Jul 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has 580 MEA done?
580 MEA was recorded at 87,765 miles at its MOT on 8 Jul 2022, an average of 117 miles a year.
Has 580 MEA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. 580 MEA has failed 7 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Jun 2022.
Has the mileage on 580 MEA ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on 580 MEA find?
580 MEA passed its latest MOT on 8 Jul 2022 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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