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RUD 221P

1976 Jensen Interceptor

Red Petrol 7200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Oct 2019
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

43,746 mi
Last recorded43,746 miles
Recorded on26 Oct 2018
Typical for 1976 Jensen Interceptor45,812 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRUD 221P
MakeJensen
ModelInterceptor
Year1976
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine7,200cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Oct 2018 43,746 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 28 Aug 2018 43,745 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Hazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced floor (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Windscreen wiper missing (3.4 (a))

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

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

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 26 Jan 2016 42,337 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2015 41,323 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2011 40,033 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2006 35,594 miles

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

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Non obligatory nearside side repeater not working

Offside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

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

Slight play in steering rack

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

oil leak

Pass 9 Jun 2006 35,594 miles

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

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

Non obligatory nearside side repeater not working

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

Slight play in steering rack

oil leak

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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RUD 221P is a 1976 Jensen Interceptor in Red with a 7,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 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 RUD 221P, 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 RUD 221P registered?

RUD 221P is a 1976 Jensen Interceptor, first registered on 19 February 1976.

Is RUD 221P safe to buy?

The MOT history for RUD 221P shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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