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MHE 242M

1973 Jensen Interceptor III Auto

Grey Petrol 7212cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Oct 2017
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

333 mi
Last recorded333 miles
Recorded on15 Oct 2016
Typical for 1973 Jensen Interceptor III Auto64,383 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMHE 242M
MakeJensen
ModelInterceptor III Auto
Year1973
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine7,212cc
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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Oct 2016 333 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2016 320 miles

Front Headlamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.7.5c)

Front Headlamp does not operate immediately when selected on dipped beam (1.7.4a)

Front Headlamp does not operate immediately when selected on main beam (1.7.4a)

Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 7 Jul 2015 99,750 miles

Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

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

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

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 14 Dec 2013 99,238 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2012 98,567 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2011 98,199 miles

Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

slight corrosion on rear brake discs.

Pass 27 Sep 2010 97,627 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2009 96,580 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2007 95,351 miles

Advise replacement 'brake reservoir' supply hose, hose has deteriorated with age and is showing cracks.

Drivers door shut needs adjustment, door took several attempts to shut.

Nearside Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 8 Dec 2006 33,175 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2005 39,580 miles

oil leak

steering joint dust cover split/missing

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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MHE 242M is a 1973 Jensen Interceptor III Auto in Grey with a 7,212cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 1973 Jensen Interceptor III Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.6% with a typical mileage of 64,383 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 MHE 242M, 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 53 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 MHE 242M registered?

MHE 242M is a 1973 Jensen Interceptor III Auto, first registered on 1 August 1973.

Is MHE 242M safe to buy?

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