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HGC 168J

1971 Jensen Interceptor

Blue Petrol 6276cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jul 2014
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

91,982 mi
Last recorded91,982 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2013
Typical for 1971 Jensen Interceptor57,037 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHGC 168J
MakeJensen
ModelInterceptor
Year1971
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine6,276cc
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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2013 91,982 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2012 88,806 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2011 87,869 miles

O/S rear light lens slightly damaged

Fail 6 Jul 2011 87,869 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

O/S rear light lens slightly damaged

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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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HGC 168J is a 1971 Jensen Interceptor in Blue with a 6,276cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 HGC 168J, 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.

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What year was HGC 168J registered?

HGC 168J is a 1971 Jensen Interceptor, first registered on 18 January 1971.

Is HGC 168J safe to buy?

The MOT history for HGC 168J shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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