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NVT 277M

1973 Jensen Interceptor III Auto

Blue Petrol 7212cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Dec 2019
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

65,456 mi
Last recorded65,456 miles
Recorded on6 Dec 2018
Typical for 1973 Jensen Interceptor III Auto64,383 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNVT 277M
MakeJensen
ModelInterceptor III Auto
Year1973
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine7,212cc
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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Dec 2018 65,456 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2015 65,380 miles

req more clips on front to rear brake pipes

Pass 1 Jul 2013 65,355 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)

Oil leak

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Fail 28 Jun 2013 65,355 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Offside Obligatory mirror missing (8.1.1)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Nearside Front Wheel nut(s) loose (4.2.A.1e) DANGEROUS

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)

Oil leak

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 7 Jun 2011 65,127 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 11 May 2010 64,900 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2009 3,714 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2009 3,714 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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

all tyres have slight cracking on side walls

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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NVT 277M is a 1973 Jensen Interceptor III Auto in Blue with a 7,212cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 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 NVT 277M, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was NVT 277M registered?

NVT 277M is a 1973 Jensen Interceptor III Auto, first registered on 14 November 1973.

Is NVT 277M safe to buy?

The MOT history for NVT 277M shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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