Jensen Interceptor III Auto Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
Free Jensen Interceptor III Auto car check
Is the Jensen Interceptor III Auto reliable? We analysed 2,012 real MOT tests across 248 vehicles to find out.
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The Jensen Interceptor III Auto is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, parking brake: efficiency below requirements and headlamp not working on main beam. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Jensen Interceptor III Auto.
Jensen Interceptor III Auto Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Jensen Interceptor III Auto. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Jensen Interceptor III Auto MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Jensen Interceptor III Auto to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Jensen Interceptor III Auto Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Jensen Interceptor III Auto fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Jensen Interceptor III Auto Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Jensen Interceptor III Auto owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Jensen Interceptor III Auto MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Jensen Interceptor III Auto year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1976 | 104 | 87.5% | 42,981 | 56,359 | 63,808 |
| 1975 | 144 | 76.4% | 33,990 | 48,129 | 77,838 |
| 1974 | 376 | 82.7% | 41,120 | 49,156 | 67,869 |
| 1973 | 854 | 78.6% | 34,360 | 64,383 | 79,857 |
| 1972 | 339 | 77.0% | 54,864 | 66,295 | 76,116 |
| 1971 | 168 | 71.4% | 36,204 | 55,874 | 71,712 |
How Long Does a Jensen Interceptor III Auto Last?
Based on 248 Jensen Interceptor III Auto vehicles on UK roads.
Jensen Interceptor III Auto Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Jensen Interceptor III Auto MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.
Best Year to Buy a Used Jensen Interceptor III Auto
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
87.5% MOT pass rate from 104 tests
71.4% MOT pass rate from 168 tests
The best year to buy a used Jensen Interceptor III Auto is 1976, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 87.5% across 104 tests. The 1971 model year has the lowest pass rate at 71.4% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Jensen Interceptor III Auto Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jensen Interceptor III Auto THIS CAR | 79.0% | 2,012 | 58,700 mi | 55 yrs |
| Jensen Interceptor | 81.3% | 4,348 | 57,692 mi | 59 yrs |
| Jensen Jensen-healey | 74.8% | 2,492 | 60,312 mi | 55 yrs |
| Jensen CV8 | 82.7% | 1,315 | 50,146 mi | 63 yrs |
| Ktm 250EXC | 79.1% | 1,327 | 2,724 mi | 26 yrs |
Compared to the Jensen Interceptor (81.3% pass rate) and the Jensen Jensen-healey (74.8% pass rate), the Jensen Interceptor III Auto sits in the middle of the pack on MOT reliability.
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The Jensen Interceptor III Auto has an overall MOT pass rate of 79.0% across 2,012 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.
The most common problems on the Jensen Interceptor III Auto are windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (76 recorded failures), parking brake: efficiency below requirements (75), and headlamp not working on main beam (60). These are the faults most likely to cause an MOT failure on this model, so check for them carefully on any test drive or pre-purchase inspection. Many are wear-and-tear items that can be budgeted for, but a car that's already failing on multiple fronts may signal neglected maintenance.
A typical Jensen Interceptor III Auto owner drives around 319 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.
In terms of longevity, most Jensen Interceptor III Auto models stay on UK roads for around 55 years — a strong showing that suggests solid build quality and readily available parts. If you're buying one that's already approaching that window, the data suggests it has plenty of life left provided it's been maintained.
Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.