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CHU 748J

1970 Jensen Interceptor

Blue Petrol 6300cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Sep 2015
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

71,627 mi
Last recorded71,627 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2014
Typical for 1970 Jensen Interceptor68,018 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCHU 748J
MakeJensen
ModelInterceptor
Year1970
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine6,300cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Sep 2014 71,627 miles

Handbrake performance close to minimum limit.

Nearside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 5 Sep 2013 71,604 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2012 71,476 miles
Fail 30 May 2012 71,474 miles

Driver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.4.A.2h)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 24 Nov 2010 71,153 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2009 71,091 miles

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Severe water leak from roof

Pass 27 Oct 2008 71,070 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2007 71,018 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2007 71,016 miles

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

Offside Rear Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)

Power steering inoperative (2.3.3a)

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

Steering column top bearing excessively worn (2.1.2c)

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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CHU 748J is a 1970 Jensen Interceptor in Blue with a 6,300cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 CHU 748J, 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 CHU 748J registered?

CHU 748J is a 1970 Jensen Interceptor, first registered on 13 November 1970.

Is CHU 748J safe to buy?

The MOT history for CHU 748J shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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