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843 JFR

1972 Jensen Interceptor

Red Petrol 7212cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Aug 2017
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

71,637 mi
Last recorded71,637 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2016
Typical for 1972 Jensen Interceptor60,001 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration843 JFR
MakeJensen
ModelInterceptor
Year1972
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine7,212cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Aug 2016 71,637 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Tyre tread cracking

Nearside Rear Tyre tread cracking

Offside Front Tyre tread cracking

Offside Rear Tyre tread cracking

Fail 2 Aug 2016 71,637 miles

All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Tyre tread cracking

Nearside Rear Tyre tread cracking

Offside Front Tyre tread cracking

Offside Rear Tyre tread cracking

Pass 28 Jun 2011 71,517 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Fail 28 Jun 2011 71,517 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 15 May 2010 71,333 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2007 71,233 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2005 71,261 miles

Centre Rear Brake pivot worn but not seriously weakened (3.5.1e)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

How Reliable is the Jensen Interceptor?

Based on 4,348 MOT tests across 581 vehicles.

81.3%
Pass Rate
343
Miles/Year
59
Year Lifespan
581
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 158
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 102
Headlamp not working on main beam 72
Headlamp not working on dipped beam 66
Stop lamp not working 65
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843 JFR is a 1972 Jensen Interceptor in Red with a 7,212cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1972 Jensen Interceptor models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.2% with a typical mileage of 60,001 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 Interceptor fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 158 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 843 JFR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Jensen Interceptor typically stays on UK roads for around 59 years. At 54 years old, this Jensen Interceptor is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was 843 JFR registered?

843 JFR is a 1972 Jensen Interceptor, first registered on 1 May 1972.

Is 843 JFR safe to buy?

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