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PHT 9M

1973 Jensen Interceptor III Auto

Brown Petrol 7212cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 May 2027
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

51,021 mi
Last recorded51,021 miles
Recorded on6 May 2026
Typical for 1973 Jensen Interceptor III Auto64,383 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPHT 9M
MakeJensen
ModelInterceptor III Auto
Year1973
ColourBrown
Fuel typePetrol
Engine7,212cc
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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 May 2026 51,021 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Apr 2025 48,755 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Oct 2021 44,856 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2021 44,729 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 16 Apr 2019 44,150 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2019 44,150 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 3 Apr 2018 43,833 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2017 43,507 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2016 43,135 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2016 43,135 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)

Pass 5 Mar 2015 42,823 miles

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

Nearside Upper Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

Pass 10 Feb 2014 42,189 miles
Pass 2 May 2013 41,975 miles
Pass 1 May 2012 41,925 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2011 960 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2010 40,680 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2009 40,505 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2008 39,953 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2007 39,636 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2006 38,647 miles

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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PHT 9M is a 1973 Jensen Interceptor III Auto in Brown with a 7,212cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 PHT 9M, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was PHT 9M registered?

PHT 9M is a 1973 Jensen Interceptor III Auto, first registered on 15 October 1973.

Is PHT 9M safe to buy?

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