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YMD 691H

1970 Morris Traveller

Maroon Petrol 1000cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Dec 2026
Tests22 (14 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

89,080 mi
Last recorded89,080 miles
Recorded on11 Dec 2025
Typical for 1970 Morris Traveller42,446 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYMD 691H
MakeMorris
ModelTraveller
Year1970
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,000cc

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MOT History

14 pass 8 fail
Pass 11 Dec 2025 89,080 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2017 87,384 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2017 87,384 miles

Brake performance not tested fluid leak n/s/r, excessive imbalance across both axles (3.7.A.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod locating pin retaining device missing nut and bush missing (2.4.G.3b) DANGEROUS

Pass 10 Oct 2016 86,728 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2015 86,271 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2015 86,271 miles

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

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

Headlamp not working on main beam both (1.7.5a)

Pass 25 Nov 2014 85,376 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2014 85,371 miles

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

Direction indicators adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.4.A.2h)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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

Steering column shaft has excessive end float (2.1.3)

Fail 12 Aug 2014 85,272 miles

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

Offside Outer Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

Pass 12 Aug 2014 85,272 miles

Offside Outer Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 6 Jun 2013 83,705 miles

Nearside Inner Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Outer Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Inner Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Outer Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 10 May 2012 78,719 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)

rear exhaust slightly corroded

Pass 10 May 2012 78,719 miles

Nearside Rear Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)

Offside Rear Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened (2.4.B.1a)

rear exhaust slightly corroded

Pass 13 May 2011 71,410 miles

Nearside Outer Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 13 May 2011 71,410 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Outer Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 23 Apr 2010 61,503 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 22 Apr 2010 61,499 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 2 Apr 2009 58,058 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2009 58,045 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 29 Apr 2008 57,155 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2007 56,744 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2006 56,640 miles

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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YMD 691H is a 1970 Morris Traveller in Maroon with a 1,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

Across all 1970 Morris Traveller models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.3% with a typical mileage of 42,446 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 YMD 691H, 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 56 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 YMD 691H registered?

YMD 691H is a 1970 Morris Traveller, first registered on 16 March 1970.

Is YMD 691H safe to buy?

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