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TYL 540M

1973 Jensen Interceptor

Grey Petrol 7212cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Mar 2019
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

58,902 mi
Last recorded58,902 miles
Recorded on23 Mar 2018
Typical for 1973 Jensen Interceptor59,714 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTYL 540M
MakeJensen
ModelInterceptor
Year1973
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine7,212cc
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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Mar 2018 58,902 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2018 58,902 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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TYL 540M is a 1973 Jensen Interceptor in Grey with a 7,212cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 TYL 540M, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was TYL 540M registered?

TYL 540M is a 1973 Jensen Interceptor, first registered on 12 September 1973.

Is TYL 540M safe to buy?

The MOT history for TYL 540M shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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