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FTM 379L

1973 Jensen Interceptor

Blue Petrol 7212cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Mar 2027
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

49,992 mi
Last recorded49,992 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2026
Typical for 1973 Jensen Interceptor59,714 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFTM 379L
MakeJensen
ModelInterceptor
Year1973
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine7,212cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Mar 2026 49,992 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2025 49,986 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2025 49,985 miles

Nearside Front Upper Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Inner wheel arch top of chassis corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Upper Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Inner wheel arch top of chassis corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 11 Jan 2024 49,981 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2022 49,977 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2022 49,891 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2021 49,877 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Steering component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded centre steering column mount (2.1.2 (e) (i))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

o/s centre floor corroded

Pass 6 Oct 2020 49,405 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2017 46,468 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2016 44,386 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2016 44,385 miles

Brake has no servo assistance (3.3.B.2)

Brake servo leaking (3.6.C.1c)

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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FTM 379L is a 1973 Jensen Interceptor in Blue with a 7,212cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 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 FTM 379L, 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.

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What year was FTM 379L registered?

FTM 379L is a 1973 Jensen Interceptor, first registered on 21 June 1973.

Is FTM 379L safe to buy?

The MOT history for FTM 379L shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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