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XCL 333L

1972 Jensen Interceptor III Auto

Yellow Petrol 7212cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Sep 2018
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

67,912 mi
Last recorded67,912 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2017
Typical for 1972 Jensen Interceptor III Auto66,295 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXCL 333L
MakeJensen
ModelInterceptor III Auto
Year1972
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine7,212cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Sep 2017 67,912 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2016 67,440 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2016 67,438 miles

All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 1 Sep 2015 66,784 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2014 66,299 miles

Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Rear Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)

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

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

power steering slight leak

Fail 3 Sep 2014 66,299 miles

Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid level below minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Rear Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)

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

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

power steering slight leak

Pass 21 Aug 2013 66,279 miles

Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

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

Rear Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)

p a s slight leak

Pass 30 Jul 2012 66,232 miles

Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Rear Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)

all ball joint gaitors worn

power steering slight leak

Pass 27 May 2011 66,210 miles

Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

rear springs weak

slight play in steering rack

slight power steering leak

Pass 4 Mar 2010 66,189 miles

Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

rear springs weak

slight leak power steering

slight play in rack

Pass 5 Mar 2009 65,925 miles

Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

p a s leak

play in steering rack

rea springs weak

Pass 14 Mar 2008 65,871 miles

Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Rear Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Rear Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)

play in steering rack

slight leak power steering

Pass 9 Mar 2007 65,813 miles

Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Front Power steering ram(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Rear Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

slight play in steering rack

Pass 24 Mar 2006 65,748 miles

Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Rear Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

slight leak p a s

slight play in steering rack

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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XCL 333L is a 1972 Jensen Interceptor III Auto in Yellow with a 7,212cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 XCL 333L, 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.

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XCL 333L is a 1972 Jensen Interceptor III Auto, first registered on 1 December 1972.

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