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CEA 1J

1970 Jensen Interceptor

White Petrol 6276cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Apr 2023
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

85,293 mi
Last recorded85,293 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2022
Typical for 1970 Jensen Interceptor68,018 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCEA 1J
MakeJensen
ModelInterceptor
Year1970
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine6,276cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2022 85,293 miles
Pass 18 May 2017 79,782 miles
Pass 26 May 2016 78,124 miles
Fail 26 May 2016 78,124 miles

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

Pass 3 Jun 2015 75,724 miles
Fail 21 May 2015 75,708 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Outer Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 7 Jun 2014 74,028 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2013 72,843 miles

both front brake discs wearing thin

Pass 10 Sep 2012 71,749 miles

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

Pass 14 Sep 2011 12,354 miles

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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CEA 1J is a 1970 Jensen Interceptor in White with a 6,276cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1970 Jensen Interceptor models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.2% with a typical mileage of 68,018 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 CEA 1J, 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 56 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 CEA 1J registered?

CEA 1J is a 1970 Jensen Interceptor, first registered on 1 November 1970.

Is CEA 1J safe to buy?

The MOT history for CEA 1J shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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