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YNV 237J

1971 Morris Minor Traveller

Maroon Petrol 1300cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Aug 2025
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

1,840 mi
Last recorded1,840 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2024
Typical for 1971 Morris Minor Traveller40,428 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYNV 237J
MakeMorris
ModelMinor Traveller
Year1971
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,300cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Aug 2024 1,840 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2023 1,264 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2021 118 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2019 21,567 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2019 21,567 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device missing (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Jan 2019 21,377 miles

Nearside Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Jan 2018 21,029 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 27 Jan 2017 20,591 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2017 20,591 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

Pass 28 Jan 2016 2,288 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

foot brake pedal has little reserve travel.

Fail 28 Jan 2016 2,288 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

foot brake pedal has little reserve travel.

Pass 20 Jan 2015 1,532 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2014 129 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2014 127 miles

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

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

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

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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YNV 237J is a 1971 Morris Minor Traveller in Maroon with a 1,300cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 YNV 237J, 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 YNV 237J?

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What year was YNV 237J registered?

YNV 237J is a 1971 Morris Minor Traveller, first registered on 3 March 1971.

Is YNV 237J safe to buy?

The MOT history for YNV 237J shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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