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TLE 29M

1973 Jensen Interceptor III Auto

Red Petrol 7212cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Sep 2009
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

8,907 mi
Last recorded8,907 miles
Recorded on19 Sep 2008
Typical for 1973 Jensen Interceptor III Auto64,383 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTLE 29M
MakeJensen
ModelInterceptor III Auto
Year1973
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine7,212cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Sep 2008 8,907 miles

Battery insecure

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Oil leak

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Fail 1 Sep 2008 8,888 miles

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

Nearside Lower Suspension arm locating pin locking device missing (2.4.G.3b)

Nearside Rear brake disc has restricted free movement (3.5.1j)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 20 Aug 2005 88,875 miles

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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TLE 29M is a 1973 Jensen Interceptor III Auto in Red with a 7,212cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 TLE 29M, 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

How do I check the history of TLE 29M?

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What year was TLE 29M registered?

TLE 29M is a 1973 Jensen Interceptor III Auto, first registered on 27 September 1973.

Is TLE 29M safe to buy?

The MOT history for TLE 29M shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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