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SKN 270M

1971 Jensen Interceptor

Maroon Petrol 7200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 May 2015
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

51,926 mi
Last recorded51,926 miles
Recorded on29 May 2014
Typical for 1971 Jensen Interceptor57,037 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSKN 270M
MakeJensen
ModelInterceptor
Year1971
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine7,200cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 May 2014 51,926 miles
Fail 29 May 2014 51,926 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 1 Jun 2013 51,366 miles
Pass 30 May 2012 50,734 miles
Pass 25 May 2011 50,126 miles
Pass 19 May 2010 49,778 miles
Pass 23 May 2009 49,464 miles

Oil leak

steering coupling starting to split

Pass 23 May 2008
Pass 19 May 2007 48,532 miles
Pass 25 May 2006 47,609 miles
Fail 17 May 2006 47,603 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively chafed (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively chafed (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Upper Steering retaining device missing (2.2.C.1g)

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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SKN 270M is a 1971 Jensen Interceptor in Maroon with a 7,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 1971 Jensen Interceptor models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.0% with a typical mileage of 57,037 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 SKN 270M, 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 55 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 SKN 270M registered?

SKN 270M is a 1971 Jensen Interceptor, first registered on 1 January 1971.

Is SKN 270M safe to buy?

The MOT history for SKN 270M shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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