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JJJ 48K

1971 Jensen Interceptor

Blue Petrol 6300cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 May 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

25,847 mi
Last recorded25,847 miles
Recorded on10 May 2025
Typical for 1971 Jensen Interceptor57,037 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJJJ 48K
MakeJensen
ModelInterceptor
Year1971
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine6,300cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 May 2025 25,847 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2023 25,716 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2021 25,478 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2021 25,478 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 14 Apr 2018 24,124 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2017 23,225 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 26 Apr 2016 22,629 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2015 22,114 miles
Pass 6 May 2014 21,986 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2013 21,136 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2012 20,251 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 4 May 2011 19,688 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2010 19,037 miles
Fail 7 May 2009 18,159 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Oil leak

Suspension joint nearside lower dust cover split/missing

Suspension joint nearside upper dust cover split/missing

Suspension joint offside lower dust cover split/missing

Suspension joint offside upper dust cover split/missing

Pass 7 May 2009 18,159 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Oil leak

Suspension joint nearside lower dust cover split/missing

Suspension joint nearside upper dust cover split/missing

Suspension joint offside lower dust cover split/missing

Suspension joint offside upper dust cover split/missing

Pass 3 Oct 2007 18,052 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2006 9,013 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2006 9,013 miles

Front Power steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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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JJJ 48K is a 1971 Jensen Interceptor in Blue with a 6,300cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 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 JJJ 48K, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was JJJ 48K registered?

JJJ 48K is a 1971 Jensen Interceptor, first registered on 1 August 1971.

Is JJJ 48K safe to buy?

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