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XWB 990M

1973 Jensen Interceptor III Auto

Black Petrol 6198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Apr 2027
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

18,468 mi
Last recorded18,468 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2026
Typical for 1973 Jensen Interceptor III Auto64,383 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXWB 990M
MakeJensen
ModelInterceptor III Auto
Year1973
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine6,198cc
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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Mar 2026 18,468 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2025 18,146 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2023 17,745 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2021 16,761 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2021 16,761 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Fail 28 Apr 2021 16,757 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 29 Jul 2020 16,337 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2019 14,838 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2018 13,989 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2017 13,259 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2016 12,139 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 23 Mar 2015 10,714 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

both rear n/side and o/side brake flexable hoses close to drive sharfts

Pass 16 Jan 2014 8,715 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

both rear brake flexable hoses close to rear drive sharfs

Pass 20 Feb 2013 6,550 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 26 Mar 2012 3,373 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2011 29 miles
Fail 31 Jan 2011

Horn control missing (1.6.1)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Offside Driver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

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

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

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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XWB 990M is a 1973 Jensen Interceptor III Auto in Black with a 6,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

Across all 1973 Jensen Interceptor III Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.6% with a typical mileage of 64,383 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 XWB 990M, 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 53 years old, this Jensen Interceptor III Auto is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was XWB 990M registered?

XWB 990M is a 1973 Jensen Interceptor III Auto, first registered on 17 September 1973.

Is XWB 990M safe to buy?

The MOT history for XWB 990M shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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