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EYL 888J

1971 Jensen Interceptor

Silver Petrol 6276cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Apr 2017
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

65,294 mi
Last recorded65,294 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2016
Typical for 1971 Jensen Interceptor57,037 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEYL 888J
MakeJensen
ModelInterceptor
Year1971
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine6,276cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Apr 2016 65,294 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2016 65,294 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low dip headlight beam (1.8)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Headlamp aim too high dip headlight beam (1.8)

Pass 6 Jul 2015 65,129 miles

slight corrosion in floorpan

Pass 5 Jun 2014 64,979 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2013 64,638 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2012 64,542 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2011 62,976 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2011 62,976 miles

Nearside Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Front rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Nearside Front rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

brake disc's front and rear corroded

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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EYL 888J is a 1971 Jensen Interceptor in Silver with a 6,276cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1971 Jensen Interceptor models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.0% with a typical mileage of 57,037 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 EYL 888J, 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 55 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 EYL 888J registered?

EYL 888J is a 1971 Jensen Interceptor, first registered on 23 March 1971.

Is EYL 888J safe to buy?

The MOT history for EYL 888J 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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