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YBF 173J

1971 Morris Minor Traveller

Blue Petrol 997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Jul 2026
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

65,650 mi
Last recorded65,650 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2025
Typical for 1971 Morris Minor Traveller40,428 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYBF 173J
MakeMorris
ModelMinor Traveller
Year1971
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine997cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Jul 2025 65,650 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2025 65,649 miles

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Central Front Oil leak, but not excessive engine oil leak from sump (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Jul 2024 64,827 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2023 63,537 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2022 62,505 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2022 62,504 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 1 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid leaking out of dashboard inside (3.5 (a))

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle by more than 50% (1.2.1 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 26 Jul 2021 61,787 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2021 61,787 miles

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 2 Mar 2018 61,462 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2017 60,903 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2016 60,506 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2014 60,240 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2013 59,993 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2012 59,667 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2011 59,439 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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YBF 173J is a 1971 Morris Minor Traveller in Blue with a 997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 YBF 173J, 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

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What year was YBF 173J registered?

YBF 173J is a 1971 Morris Minor Traveller, first registered on 5 April 1971.

Is YBF 173J safe to buy?

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