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DBY 171M

1973 Jensen Interceptor

White Petrol 7212cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Apr 2015
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

41,898 mi
Last recorded41,898 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2014
Typical for 1973 Jensen Interceptor59,714 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDBY 171M
MakeJensen
ModelInterceptor
Year1973
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine7,212cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 28 Apr 2014 41,898 miles

Nearside Front Lower Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

spare not carrier

Pass 23 Mar 2013 41,861 miles

Oil leak

chrome trim over outer sills

engine missfiring

nearside rear tyre low on edges

sill ends heavily corroded

spare wheel not in carrier

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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DBY 171M is a 1973 Jensen Interceptor in White with a 7,212cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1973 Jensen Interceptor models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.3% with a typical mileage of 59,714 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 DBY 171M, 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 53 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 DBY 171M registered?

DBY 171M is a 1973 Jensen Interceptor, first registered on 12 October 1973.

Is DBY 171M safe to buy?

The MOT history for DBY 171M shows 2 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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