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AKO 590K

1971 Morris Traveller

Blue Petrol 1098cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Sep 2026
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

29,527 mi
Last recorded29,527 miles
Recorded on25 Sep 2025
Typical for 1971 Morris Traveller64,034 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAKO 590K
MakeMorris
ModelTraveller
Year1971
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,098cc
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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Sep 2025 29,527 miles

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 12 Sep 2025 29,527 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 29 Aug 2024 29,515 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2023 29,457 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2022 29,403 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2022 29,403 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Fail 4 Dec 2021 29,386 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect incorrect parrern (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect incorrect side (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 7 Jun 2014 26,682 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2013 26,185 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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AKO 590K is a 1971 Morris Traveller in Blue with a 1,098cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1971 Morris Traveller models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.3% with a typical mileage of 64,034 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 AKO 590K, 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 55 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 AKO 590K registered?

AKO 590K is a 1971 Morris Traveller, first registered on 8 September 1971.

Is AKO 590K safe to buy?

The MOT history for AKO 590K shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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