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JMU 41K

1971 Jensen Interceptor III Auto

Red Petrol 6276cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Feb 2022
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

38,241 mi
Last recorded38,241 miles
Recorded on5 Feb 2021
Typical for 1971 Jensen Interceptor III Auto55,874 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJMU 41K
MakeJensen
ModelInterceptor III Auto
Year1971
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine6,276cc
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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Feb 2021 38,241 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Jan 2020 38,123 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Feb 2019 36,887 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2018 36,392 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2017 35,639 miles

front brake pads worn 70%

slight play in track rod ends (vertical movement)

Pass 4 Apr 2016 34,622 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2016 34,622 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Steering column flexible coupling retaining device insecure (2.1.6)

Pass 25 Mar 2015 33,061 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2014 32,372 miles

slight play in both track rod ends

Pass 7 May 2013 32,010 miles
Pass 3 May 2012 31,576 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2011 31,379 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2010 31,142 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 8 Feb 2010 31,142 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2009 30,502 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2007 30,351 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2006 29,312 miles

How Reliable is the Jensen Interceptor III Auto?

Based on 2,012 MOT tests across 248 vehicles.

79.0%
Pass Rate
319
Miles/Year
55
Year Lifespan
248
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 76
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 75
Headlamp not working on main beam 60
parking brake recording little or no effort 40
position lamp(s) not working 37
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JMU 41K is a 1971 Jensen Interceptor III Auto in Red with a 6,276cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

Across all 1971 Jensen Interceptor III Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.4% with a typical mileage of 55,874 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Jensen Interceptor III Auto fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 76 recorded failures. If you're considering buying JMU 41K, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Jensen Interceptor III Auto typically stays on UK roads for around 55 years. At 55 years old, this Jensen Interceptor III Auto is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was JMU 41K registered?

JMU 41K is a 1971 Jensen Interceptor III Auto, first registered on 1 July 1971.

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