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BDV 278B

1971 Morris Minor Traveller

White Petrol 1098cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 May 2024
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

29,004 mi
Last recorded29,004 miles
Recorded on16 May 2023
Typical for 1971 Morris Minor Traveller40,428 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBDV 278B
MakeMorris
ModelMinor Traveller
Year1971
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,098cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 May 2023 29,004 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2022 28,463 miles
Fail 7 Jan 2022 28,463 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system imbalanced across an axle Axle 1 (1.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Suspension rod pin or bush likely to become detached TIE ROD (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

FRONT LOWER SWIVEL GAITERS SPLIT

Pass 8 May 2017 27,873 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2014 26,921 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2013 26,062 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

spare tyre of different diameter

Pass 15 Nov 2013 26,062 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

spare tyre of different diameter

Pass 16 Nov 2012 25,265 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2009 24,804 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 25 Nov 2009 24,804 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 25 Nov 2008 24,321 miles

Nearside Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 19 Nov 2007 23,719 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2006 22,843 miles

How Reliable is the Morris Minor Traveller?

Based on 11,365 MOT tests across 1,068 vehicles.

72.3%
Pass Rate
431
Miles/Year
72
Year Lifespan
1,068
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 704
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 593
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 589
brake recording little or no effort 479
Brakes imbalanced across an axle 477
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BDV 278B is a 1971 Morris Minor Traveller in White with a 1,098cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 1971 Morris Minor Traveller models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.9% with a typical mileage of 40,428 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Morris Minor Traveller fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 704 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BDV 278B, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Morris Minor Traveller typically stays on UK roads for around 72 years. At 55 years old, this Morris Minor Traveller is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BDV 278B registered?

BDV 278B is a 1971 Morris Minor Traveller, first registered on 1 January 1971.

Is BDV 278B safe to buy?

The MOT history for BDV 278B shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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