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LPP 8L

1972 Jensen Interceptor III Auto

Red Petrol 7212cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Nov 2018
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

72,862 mi
Last recorded72,862 miles
Recorded on9 Nov 2017
Typical for 1972 Jensen Interceptor III Auto66,295 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLPP 8L
MakeJensen
ModelInterceptor III Auto
Year1972
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine7,212cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Nov 2017 72,862 miles
Pass 31 May 2016 72,727 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2015 72,483 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2014 72,364 miles

all brake discs pitted

Pass 28 May 2012 72,208 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

both inner sills rusting

offside floor vpan rusting

vehicle checked as best as possible due to under sil over vehicle

Pass 6 May 2011 71,924 miles
Fail 4 May 2011 71,924 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 8 Apr 2010 70,544 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2010 70,544 miles

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

Pass 26 Jan 2009 68,695 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Pass 13 Dec 2007 67,403 miles

small hole in offside front floor outside prescribed area

Pass 13 Feb 2007 67,323 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2007 67,320 miles

Nearside Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

nearside mid floor corroded outside prescribed area

offside front floor corroded outside prescribed area

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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LPP 8L is a 1972 Jensen Interceptor III Auto in Red with a 7,212cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 1972 Jensen Interceptor III Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.0% with a typical mileage of 66,295 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 LPP 8L, 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 54 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 LPP 8L?

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What year was LPP 8L registered?

LPP 8L is a 1972 Jensen Interceptor III Auto, first registered on 1 October 1972.

Is LPP 8L safe to buy?

The MOT history for LPP 8L shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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