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DYA 286J

1971 Morris Traveller

Blue Petrol 1108cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Aug 2017
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

76,476 mi
Last recorded76,476 miles
Recorded on31 Aug 2016
Typical for 1971 Morris Traveller64,034 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDYA 286J
MakeMorris
ModelTraveller
Year1971
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,108cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 31 Aug 2016 76,476 miles

bottom swivvel joint dust covers deteriorated

n/s seald beam unit faulty

o/s.r brake pipe corroded

Fail 30 Aug 2016 76,476 miles

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

bottom swivvel joint dust covers deteriorated

n/s seald beam unit faulty

o/s.r brake pipe corroded

Pass 16 Jul 2015 76,470 miles

rear leaf springs worn

vehicle lists to o/s

Fail 29 Jun 2015 76,470 miles

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

n/s and o/s bottom swivvel joint gaiters perished

rear leaf springs worn

vehicle lists to the right slightly

Pass 15 May 2014 76,442 miles

n/s track control arm bushes perished

wear in clutch and brake pedal pivot

Pass 25 May 2012 76,415 miles
Fail 25 May 2012 76,415 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside front brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Offside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 3 Jun 2010 76,285 miles

o/s/r spring leaves worn and weak

Pass 11 Jun 2009 76,215 miles

pedle spindle worn

Fail 1 Jun 2009 76,215 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

pedle spindle worn

How Reliable is the Morris Traveller?

Based on 1,172 MOT tests across 111 vehicles.

73.1%
Pass Rate
448
Miles/Year
65
Year Lifespan
111
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 71
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 58
Brakes imbalanced across an axle 55
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 48
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 47
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DYA 286J is a 1971 Morris Traveller in Blue with a 1,108cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1971 Morris Traveller models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.3% with a typical mileage of 64,034 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 Morris Traveller fails its MOT is suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 71 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DYA 286J, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Morris Traveller typically stays on UK roads for around 65 years. At 55 years old, this Morris Traveller is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DYA 286J registered?

DYA 286J is a 1971 Morris Traveller, first registered on 1 February 1971.

Is DYA 286J safe to buy?

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