CarVerify

Free Car Check

BTU 808N

1971 Jensen Interceptor III Auto

Blue Petrol 7212cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jun 2017
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

66,127 mi
Last recorded66,127 miles
Recorded on14 Jun 2016
Typical for 1971 Jensen Interceptor III Auto55,874 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Jensen
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationBTU 808N
MakeJensen
ModelInterceptor III Auto
Year1971
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine7,212cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Jun 2016 66,127 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2016 66,113 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Pass 1 Aug 2014 65,975 miles
Pass 26 May 2010 65,513 miles
Pass 12 May 2009 64,587 miles
Pass 12 May 2008 63,793 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2007 63,059 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
Full Jensen Interceptor III Auto reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

BTU 808N is a 1971 Jensen Interceptor III Auto in Blue with a 7,212cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1971 Jensen Interceptor III Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.4% with a typical mileage of 55,874 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 BTU 808N, 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 55 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 BTU 808N?

You can check the full history of BTU 808N by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was BTU 808N registered?

BTU 808N is a 1971 Jensen Interceptor III Auto, first registered on 1 July 1971.

Is BTU 808N safe to buy?

The MOT history for BTU 808N shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BTU 808N have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on BTU 808N. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.