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DBY 870M

1974 Jensen Interceptor

Silver Petrol 3993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jul 2007
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

85,837 mi
Last recorded85,837 miles
Recorded on27 Jul 2006
Typical for 1974 Jensen Interceptor50,654 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDBY 870M
MakeJensen
ModelInterceptor
Year1974
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,993cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Jul 2006 85,837 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2006 85,831 miles

Nearside Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

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 870M is a 1974 Jensen Interceptor in Silver with a 3,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1974 Jensen Interceptor models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.4% with a typical mileage of 50,654 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 DBY 870M, 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 52 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 870M registered?

DBY 870M is a 1974 Jensen Interceptor, first registered on 31 May 1974.

Is DBY 870M safe to buy?

The MOT history for DBY 870M shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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