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BVX 119L

1972 Jensen Interceptor

Blue Petrol 7212cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Jan 2027
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

16,956 mi
Last recorded16,956 miles
Recorded on20 Jan 2026
Typical for 1972 Jensen Interceptor60,001 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBVX 119L
MakeJensen
ModelInterceptor
Year1972
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine7,212cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Jan 2026 16,956 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge worn (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Front underside inner wing has some patch welding (not with continuous welds)

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 30 Jan 2025 16,912 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2024 16,886 miles

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 31 Jan 2023 16,826 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2020 16,790 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2017 14,119 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Oil leak ()

Fail 30 Sep 2017 14,112 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Power steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Oil leak ()

Pass 6 Aug 2016 13,180 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 30 Jan 2015 11,377 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2015 11,377 miles

Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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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BVX 119L is a 1972 Jensen Interceptor in Blue with a 7,212cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1972 Jensen Interceptor models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.2% with a typical mileage of 60,001 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 fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 158 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BVX 119L, 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 54 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 BVX 119L registered?

BVX 119L is a 1972 Jensen Interceptor, first registered on 22 September 1972.

Is BVX 119L safe to buy?

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