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KIB 585

1972 Jensen Interceptor

Blue Petrol 7212cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Nov 2026
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

98,429 mi
Last recorded98,429 miles
Recorded on25 Nov 2025
Typical for 1972 Jensen Interceptor60,001 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKIB 585
MakeJensen
ModelInterceptor
Year1972
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine7,212cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Nov 2025 98,429 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2024 98,417 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2023 98,408 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2022 98,397 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2021 98,388 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2020 98,380 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2019 98,372 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2018 98,360 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2017 98,342 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2016 98,330 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2015 98,318 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2014 98,308 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2013 98,251 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2012 98,147 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2011 98,096 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2010 94,989 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Jul 2008 94,934 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2007 94,545 miles

light corrosion around exterior of vehicle

light corrosion to front metal brake pipes

light corrosion to many areas under vehicle

light oil leak from engine

offside rear hub oil seal seaping fluid

rear discs lightly pitted

slight movement in both front wheel bearings

slight movement in steering wheel

slight oil leak from gearbox

Fail 25 Nov 2006 94,524 miles

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

Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Hazard warning tell tale not working correctly (1.4.B.1e)

Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Indicator tell tale inoperative (1.4.A.2a)

Nearside Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

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

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

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

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

boot floor corroded

both front metal brake pipes corroded

engine oil leak

front discs warped

gearbox oil leak

many steering and suspension components corroded

power steering fluid leak †

rear discs warped

slight play in rack

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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KIB 585 is a 1972 Jensen Interceptor in Blue with a 7,212cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

Across all 1972 Jensen Interceptor models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.2% with a typical mileage of 60,001 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 KIB 585, 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 54 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 KIB 585 registered?

KIB 585 is a 1972 Jensen Interceptor, first registered on 13 July 1972.

Is KIB 585 safe to buy?

The MOT history for KIB 585 shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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