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GEL 281L

1973 Jensen Interceptor

Brown Petrol 7212cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Apr 2027
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

90,410 mi
Last recorded90,410 miles
Recorded on13 Apr 2026
Typical for 1973 Jensen Interceptor59,714 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGEL 281L
MakeJensen
ModelInterceptor
Year1973
ColourBrown
Fuel typePetrol
Engine7,212cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Apr 2026 90,410 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2025 89,725 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2024 89,147 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2023 88,889 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2022 88,615 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2021 88,343 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2020 87,971 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2019 87,655 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2018 87,278 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2017 86,656 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2016 86,381 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2015 86,026 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2014 85,335 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2013 84,722 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 10 Mar 2012 54,187 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2012

Nearside Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

steering shaft fouling on plug leads

Pass 24 Feb 2011 83,588 miles

corrosion on rear brake disc's

Fail 24 Feb 2011 83,588 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

Offside Front brake caliper leaking (3.6.A.1)

Offside Power steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

Offside Rear Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

corrosion on rear brake disc's

Pass 13 Apr 2010 82,837 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2009 82,102 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2008 78,795 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2007 74,940 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2006 74,003 miles

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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GEL 281L is a 1973 Jensen Interceptor in Brown with a 7,212cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

Across all 1973 Jensen Interceptor models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.3% with a typical mileage of 59,714 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 GEL 281L, 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 53 years old, this Jensen Interceptor is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of GEL 281L?

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What year was GEL 281L registered?

GEL 281L is a 1973 Jensen Interceptor, first registered on 7 June 1973.

Is GEL 281L safe to buy?

The MOT history for GEL 281L shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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