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SPD 47L

1973 Jensen Interceptor III Auto

Red Petrol 2712cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Feb 2027
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

13,405 mi
Last recorded13,405 miles
Recorded on10 Feb 2026
Typical for 1973 Jensen Interceptor III Auto64,383 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSPD 47L
MakeJensen
ModelInterceptor III Auto
Year1973
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,712cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Feb 2026 13,405 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2025 13,275 miles

Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play both (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Dec 2023 13,019 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2023 12,935 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))

Pass 17 Dec 2021 12,893 miles

engin oil leak

Pass 21 Dec 2020 12,819 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2019 12,756 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2018 12,710 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2017 12,613 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2016 12,388 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2015 12,213 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2014 12,010 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2013 11,719 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2012 11,428 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2011 10,995 miles

slight wear in o/s steering rack

Fail 1 Nov 2011 10,995 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

slight wear in o/s steering rack

Pass 27 Oct 2010 10,785 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2009 10,369 miles

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

Offside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

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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SPD 47L is a 1973 Jensen Interceptor III Auto in Red with a 2,712cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 SPD 47L, 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.

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What year was SPD 47L registered?

SPD 47L is a 1973 Jensen Interceptor III Auto, first registered on 14 March 1973.

Is SPD 47L safe to buy?

The MOT history for SPD 47L shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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