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NCU 331J

1971 Morris Minor Traveller

Blue Petrol 1098cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Oct 2026
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

80,705 mi
Last recorded80,705 miles
Recorded on2 Oct 2025
Typical for 1971 Morris Minor Traveller40,428 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNCU 331J
MakeMorris
ModelMinor Traveller
Year1971
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,098cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Oct 2025 80,705 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2024 80,576 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2023 80,490 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2022 80,371 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2021 79,970 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2019 78,586 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2016 77,410 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2015 77,345 miles
Pass 22 May 2014 77,166 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2013 76,636 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2012 76,198 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2011 75,228 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2010 73,524 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2010 73,524 miles

Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Steering locking device missing (2.2.C.1g)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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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NCU 331J is a 1971 Morris Minor Traveller in Blue with a 1,098cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 NCU 331J, 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

How do I check the history of NCU 331J?

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What year was NCU 331J registered?

NCU 331J is a 1971 Morris Minor Traveller, first registered on 5 January 1971.

Is NCU 331J safe to buy?

The MOT history for NCU 331J shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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