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HVG 261L

1973 Jensen Interceptor

Blue Petrol 7212cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jul 2016
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

78,476 mi
Last recorded78,476 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2015
Typical for 1973 Jensen Interceptor59,714 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHVG 261L
MakeJensen
ModelInterceptor
Year1973
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine7,212cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Jul 2015 78,476 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2015 78,469 miles

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

Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

front brake binding (3.7.B.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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HVG 261L is a 1973 Jensen Interceptor in Blue with a 7,212cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 HVG 261L, 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

How do I check the history of HVG 261L?

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What year was HVG 261L registered?

HVG 261L is a 1973 Jensen Interceptor, first registered on 2 April 1973.

Is HVG 261L safe to buy?

The MOT history for HVG 261L 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.

Does HVG 261L have outstanding finance?

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