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TFH 588L

1973 Jensen Interceptor

Silver Petrol 7212cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Dec 2019
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

65,997 mi
Last recorded65,997 miles
Recorded on5 Dec 2018
Typical for 1973 Jensen Interceptor59,714 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTFH 588L
MakeJensen
ModelInterceptor
Year1973
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine7,212cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Dec 2018 65,997 miles
Fail 3 Dec 2018 65,997 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps both lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracked (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracked (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

offside repeater not working

Pass 16 Nov 2017 65,958 miles

all tyres slightly perished

Oil leak ()

offside & nearside front steering rack boot wet with oil

Pass 6 May 2016 65,958 miles

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

all tyres slightly perished

coolant leak

foot brake has long travel

offside & nearside front steering rack boot wet with oil

offside front floor corroded & holed but not within a prescribed area

oil leak

Fail 27 Apr 2016 65,958 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Nearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Rear Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is inadequately repaired wheel arch (5.2.6)

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

Offside Lower Front suspension locking device missing ball joint (2.5.A.4)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

all tyres slightly perished

coolant leak

foot brake has long travel

offside & nearside front steering rack boot wet with oil

offside front floor corroded & holed but not within a prescribed area

oil leak

Pass 24 Sep 2014 65,954 miles

All tyres perished.

Coolant leaking past radiator cap.

Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

Track rod end rubbers perished.

Pass 13 Jul 2012 65,933 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2011 65,873 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2009 65,704 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2008 65,455 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2008 65,455 miles

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Offside Front Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Pass 2 Jun 2007 65,041 miles

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 2 May 2006 65,027 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2006 66,432 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

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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TFH 588L is a 1973 Jensen Interceptor in Silver with a 7,212cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 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 TFH 588L, 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.

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What year was TFH 588L registered?

TFH 588L is a 1973 Jensen Interceptor, first registered on 20 June 1973.

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