Just to answer some of the questions:
I got hired with a few problems in my past like 1) failed instrument checkride (ADF approach, which drew smirks from the Chief Pilot), 2) ATP written at 76%, 3) 720TT / 125 ME

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You have got to tell them that you read the gouge - it is an essential part of the study process that I would expect from any pilot. Be truthful, and humble.