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MSJ 891

1961 Morris Traveller

White Petrol 948cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jul 2015
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

34,021 mi
Last recorded34,021 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2014
Typical for 1961 Morris Traveller81,789 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMSJ 891
MakeMorris
ModelTraveller
Year1961
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine948cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2014 34,021 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Coolant leak

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Oil leak

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1a)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Fail 25 Jul 2014 34,021 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Coolant leak

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Oil leak

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1a)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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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MSJ 891 is a 1961 Morris Traveller in White with a 948cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1961 Morris Traveller models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.9% with a typical mileage of 81,789 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 MSJ 891, 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 65 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 MSJ 891 registered?

MSJ 891 is a 1961 Morris Traveller, first registered on 12 May 1961.

Is MSJ 891 safe to buy?

The MOT history for MSJ 891 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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