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JBX 449N

1974 Jensen Interceptor

Green Petrol 7212cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jun 2017
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

25,918 mi
Last recorded25,918 miles
Recorded on7 Jun 2016
Typical for 1974 Jensen Interceptor50,654 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJBX 449N
MakeJensen
ModelInterceptor
Year1974
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine7,212cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Jun 2016 25,918 miles
Pass 1 May 2015 25,792 miles

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

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

general underbody corrosion

Fail 1 May 2015 25,792 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Power steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

general underbody corrosion

Pass 30 Oct 2013 25,398 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2012 25,305 miles
Pass 28 May 2011 24,539 miles

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Fail 14 Mar 2011 24,536 miles

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

Offside Inner Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Inner Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

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

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

Pass 4 Feb 2010 24,352 miles

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Fail 3 Feb 2010 24,352 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Front Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

Offside Front position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.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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JBX 449N is a 1974 Jensen Interceptor in Green with a 7,212cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1974 Jensen Interceptor models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.4% with a typical mileage of 50,654 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 JBX 449N, 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 52 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 JBX 449N registered?

JBX 449N is a 1974 Jensen Interceptor, first registered on 1 August 1974.

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