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ELX 462J

1970 Morris Minor Traveller

Blue Petrol 1098cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Nov 2020
Tests22 (14 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

99,700 mi
Last recorded99,700 miles
Recorded on7 May 2019
Typical for 1970 Morris Minor Traveller35,118 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationELX 462J
MakeMorris
ModelMinor Traveller
Year1970
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,098cc

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MOT History

14 pass 8 fail
Pass 7 May 2019 99,700 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2019 99,502 miles

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

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength near spring hanger (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Apr 2018 97,275 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2017 94,535 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2017 94,365 miles

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

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

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 14 Apr 2016 91,076 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2015 86,059 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2015 86,059 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 14 Apr 2014 79,184 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2013 71,817 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2013 71,817 miles

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)

Pass 5 Apr 2012 65,899 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2011 59,958 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2011 59,958 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 16 Apr 2010 53,948 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2010 53,803 miles

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

Pass 3 Apr 2009 47,176 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2008 42,028 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2008 42,028 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)

Pass 7 Apr 2007 35,941 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2007 35,941 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Offside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

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

Pass 7 Apr 2006 28,677 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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ELX 462J is a 1970 Morris Minor Traveller in Blue with a 1,098cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

Across all 1970 Morris Minor Traveller models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.7% with a typical mileage of 35,118 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 Minor Traveller fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 704 recorded failures. If you're considering buying ELX 462J, 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 56 years old, this Morris Minor Traveller is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was ELX 462J registered?

ELX 462J is a 1970 Morris Minor Traveller, first registered on 7 December 1970.

Is ELX 462J safe to buy?

The MOT history for ELX 462J shows 22 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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