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SPR 239K

1972 Jensen Interceptor III Auto

Yellow Petrol 6276cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Aug 2019
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

71,734 mi
Last recorded71,734 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2018
Typical for 1972 Jensen Interceptor III Auto66,295 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSPR 239K
MakeJensen
ModelInterceptor III Auto
Year1972
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine6,276cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2018 71,734 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2017 71,597 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2017 71,597 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 10 Aug 2016 71,460 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2014 70,758 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Pass 11 Jun 2013 69,883 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 11 Jun 2013 69,882 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe leaking (3.6.A.1)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 19 Jan 2011 69,734 miles

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

Pass 19 Jan 2011 69,734 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2010 69,527 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2009 69,218 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not in good working order (function impaired) (1.1.4a)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 20 Feb 2009 69,218 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2008 69,037 miles

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

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 26 Jul 2007 68,875 miles

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

Pass 27 Jul 2006 68,784 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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SPR 239K is a 1972 Jensen Interceptor III Auto in Yellow with a 6,276cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 1972 Jensen Interceptor III Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.0% with a typical mileage of 66,295 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 SPR 239K, 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 54 years old, this Jensen Interceptor III Auto is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of SPR 239K?

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What year was SPR 239K registered?

SPR 239K is a 1972 Jensen Interceptor III Auto, first registered on 18 May 1972.

Is SPR 239K safe to buy?

The MOT history for SPR 239K shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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