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SYR 658

1956 Morris Minor Traveller

Grey Petrol 948cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Oct 2026
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

5,553 mi
Last recorded5,553 miles
Recorded on13 Oct 2025
Typical for 1956 Morris Minor Traveller11,661 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSYR 658
MakeMorris
ModelMinor Traveller
Year1956
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine948cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 13 Oct 2025 5,553 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Under seal applied under vehicle

Pass 25 Jun 2024 5,538 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2018 5,464 miles
Pass 15 May 2015 5,228 miles

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Offside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Pass 30 Aug 2013 4,923 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2012 4,877 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2011 4,756 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2010 4,256 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2009 38,329 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2008 3,499 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2007 3,154 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2006 2,885 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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SYR 658 is a 1956 Morris Minor Traveller in Grey with a 948cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1956 Morris Minor Traveller models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.5% with a typical mileage of 11,661 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 SYR 658, 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 70 years old, this Morris Minor Traveller is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of SYR 658?

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What year was SYR 658 registered?

SYR 658 is a 1956 Morris Minor Traveller, first registered on 14 November 1956.

Is SYR 658 safe to buy?

The MOT history for SYR 658 shows 12 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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