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DUK 946J

1971 Jensen Interceptor

Red Petrol 7212cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Aug 2012
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

83,526 mi
Last recorded83,526 miles
Recorded on16 Aug 2011
Typical for 1971 Jensen Interceptor57,037 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDUK 946J
MakeJensen
ModelInterceptor
Year1971
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine7,212cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Aug 2011 83,526 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2010 80,837 miles

Oil leak

Fail 11 Feb 2010 80,830 miles

Offside rear brake juddering severely (3.7.A.5b)

Steering rack insecure (2.2.B.1a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Nearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Nearside rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Oil leak

Pass 2 Mar 2009 72,910 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2009 72,891 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 19 Dec 2005 63,330 miles
Fail 15 Dec 2005 13,420 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

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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DUK 946J is a 1971 Jensen Interceptor in Red with a 7,212cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 1971 Jensen Interceptor models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.0% with a typical mileage of 57,037 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 DUK 946J, 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 55 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 DUK 946J registered?

DUK 946J is a 1971 Jensen Interceptor, first registered on 12 January 1971.

Is DUK 946J safe to buy?

The MOT history for DUK 946J shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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