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HYE 820N

1975 Jensen Interceptor

Black Petrol 7212cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 May 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

55,603 mi
Last recorded55,603 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2025
Typical for 1975 Jensen Interceptor49,565 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHYE 820N
MakeJensen
ModelInterceptor
Year1975
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine7,212cc
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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Apr 2025 55,603 miles
Pass 2 May 2024 55,434 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2023 54,847 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive Differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Aug 2020 54,585 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2018 53,562 miles

Offside parking brake pads wearing thin.

Oil leak.

Parking brake efficiency requirements only just met.

Pass 15 Dec 2016 52,898 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2015 52,413 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2015 52,413 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Front Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Power steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 25 Feb 2014 51,724 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2012 50,646 miles

Oil leak

Pass 20 Oct 2011 49,726 miles

Nail in rear tyre

Nearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 15 Oct 2010 49,650 miles

Oil leak

Fail 15 Oct 2010 49,650 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Oil leak

Pass 16 Oct 2009 49,369 miles

Oil leak

Pass 24 Sep 2008 47,431 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2007 46,946 miles

Centre Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Oil leak

Pass 16 Oct 2006 45,458 miles

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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HYE 820N is a 1975 Jensen Interceptor in Black with a 7,212cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

Across all 1975 Jensen Interceptor models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.6% with a typical mileage of 49,565 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 HYE 820N, 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 51 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 HYE 820N?

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What year was HYE 820N registered?

HYE 820N is a 1975 Jensen Interceptor, first registered on 6 June 1975.

Is HYE 820N safe to buy?

The MOT history for HYE 820N shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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