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JKA 459L

1973 Jensen Interceptor

White Petrol 7212cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Apr 2018
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

74,895 mi
Last recorded74,895 miles
Recorded on11 Apr 2017
Typical for 1973 Jensen Interceptor59,714 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJKA 459L
MakeJensen
ModelInterceptor
Year1973
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine7,212cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Apr 2017 74,895 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2016 74,912 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2015 74,895 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2015

All position lamps adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

All position lamps adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

Nearside Rear All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

front brake discs heavily corroded

Pass 24 Jan 2014 74,895 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2012 74,895 miles

nearside rear outer sill slight corrosion

Fail 28 Jul 2012 74,895 miles

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

nearside rear outer sill slight corrosion

Pass 5 May 2007 74,895 miles
Fail 4 May 2007 74,895 miles

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Offside Inner Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Outer Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

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

Position lamp switch faulty (1.1.A.1)

Pass 12 Nov 2005 74,894 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

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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JKA 459L is a 1973 Jensen Interceptor in White with a 7,212cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 JKA 459L, 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.

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What year was JKA 459L registered?

JKA 459L is a 1973 Jensen Interceptor, first registered on 15 February 1973.

Is JKA 459L safe to buy?

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