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JYY 608J

1970 Jensen Interceptor

Red Petrol 6276cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 May 2018
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

27,002 mi
Last recorded27,002 miles
Recorded on15 May 2017
Typical for 1970 Jensen Interceptor68,018 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJYY 608J
MakeJensen
ModelInterceptor
Year1970
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine6,276cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 May 2017 27,002 miles
Pass 13 May 2016 21,625 miles
Pass 8 May 2015 17,927 miles
Pass 16 May 2014 14,688 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2012 11,030 miles
Fail 26 May 2012 11,030 miles

Lower Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

Nearside Front Wheel stud(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

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

Pass 6 May 2011 9,193 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

both front lower arm suspension ball joint dust covers split

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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JYY 608J is a 1970 Jensen Interceptor in Red with a 6,276cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1970 Jensen Interceptor models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.2% with a typical mileage of 68,018 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 JYY 608J, 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 56 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 JYY 608J registered?

JYY 608J is a 1970 Jensen Interceptor, first registered on 23 July 1970.

Is JYY 608J safe to buy?

The MOT history for JYY 608J shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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