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ONV 273P

1975 Jensen Interceptor III Auto

Silver Petrol 7212cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Jul 2026
Tests25 (17 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate68%

Mileage

39,275 mi
Last recorded39,275 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2025
Typical for 1975 Jensen Interceptor III Auto48,129 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationONV 273P
MakeJensen
ModelInterceptor III Auto
Year1975
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine7,212cc

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MOT History

17 pass 8 fail
Pass 1 Aug 2025 39,275 miles

Nearside Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 23 May 2024 38,795 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2022 38,171 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2020 36,393 miles
Pass 23 May 2019 35,635 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2018 34,752 miles

brakes req service & a bit spongey

Fail 26 Apr 2018 34,752 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid all (8.2.3)

brakes req service & a bit spongey

Pass 27 Apr 2017 34,752 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2016 34,486 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2015 34,113 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2014 33,631 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2014 33,631 miles

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Fail 25 Apr 2013 33,241 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 25 Apr 2013 33,241 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2012 32,725 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2012 32,725 miles

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Fail 28 Mar 2011 32,401 miles

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 28 Mar 2011 32,401 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2010 31,934 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2010 31,934 miles

Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 6 Mar 2009 31,368 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2008 30,889 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 19 Mar 2008 30,889 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2007 29,642 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2007 29,642 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

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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ONV 273P is a 1975 Jensen Interceptor III Auto in Silver with a 7,212cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68%.

Across all 1975 Jensen Interceptor III Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.4% with a typical mileage of 48,129 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 III Auto fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 76 recorded failures. If you're considering buying ONV 273P, 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 51 years old, this Jensen Interceptor III Auto is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was ONV 273P registered?

ONV 273P is a 1975 Jensen Interceptor III Auto, first registered on 9 October 1975.

Is ONV 273P safe to buy?

The MOT history for ONV 273P shows 25 tests with a 68% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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