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NMB 797P

1976 Jensen Interceptor

Green Petrol 7212cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Sep 2026
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

72,922 mi
Last recorded72,922 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2025
Typical for 1976 Jensen Interceptor45,812 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNMB 797P
MakeJensen
ModelInterceptor
Year1976
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine7,212cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Sep 2025 72,922 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2021 72,801 miles
Pass 24 May 2017 72,758 miles

brake only just met requirments

Fail 24 May 2017 72,758 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

brake only just met requirments

Pass 9 Sep 2014 72,658 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 5 Jul 2013 72,634 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2011 72,460 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2009 72,250 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2008 71,861 miles
Pass 22 May 2007 71,790 miles
Pass 17 May 2006 71,231 miles

Offside Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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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NMB 797P is a 1976 Jensen Interceptor in Green with a 7,212cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 1976 Jensen Interceptor models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.6% with a typical mileage of 45,812 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 NMB 797P, 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 50 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 NMB 797P registered?

NMB 797P is a 1976 Jensen Interceptor, first registered on 10 March 1976.

Is NMB 797P safe to buy?

The MOT history for NMB 797P shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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