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KJI 9496

1973 Jensen Interceptor

Blue Petrol 7212cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jun 2018
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

95,620 mi
Last recorded95,620 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2017
Typical for 1973 Jensen Interceptor59,714 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKJI 9496
MakeJensen
ModelInterceptor
Year1973
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine7,212cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2017 95,620 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Oil leak ()

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 23 Jun 2016 94,682 miles

Oil leak ()

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 24 Jun 2015 94,067 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Oil leak

Rear Brake load sensing valve linkage defective but function not impaired (3.6.E.3)

Pass 21 Jun 2014 93,500 miles

Oil leak

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 21 Jun 2013 92,916 miles

Oil leak

Pass 28 Jun 2012 92,370 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Oil leak

Fail 27 Jun 2011 91,610 miles

Nearside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Oil leak

Pass 27 Jun 2011 91,610 miles

Nearside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Oil leak

Pass 25 Jun 2010 90,781 miles
Fail 21 May 2010 90,762 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid level below minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Nearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Power steering pump drive system defective (2.3.6)

mlnor damage centre windscreen.

oi l leak engine.

Pass 28 Apr 2009 89,807 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2009 89,795 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 17 Apr 2008 88,116 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2007 87,273 miles

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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KJI 9496 is a 1973 Jensen Interceptor in Blue with a 7,212cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 KJI 9496, 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 KJI 9496 registered?

KJI 9496 is a 1973 Jensen Interceptor, first registered on 14 March 1973.

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