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DYV 738J

1970 Morris Traveller

Blue Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jul 2022
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

10,915 mi
Last recorded10,915 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2021
Typical for 1970 Morris Traveller42,446 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDYV 738J
MakeMorris
ModelTraveller
Year1970
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc
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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2021 10,915 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 7 Jul 2020 10,823 miles
Pass 17 May 2019 10,750 miles
Pass 15 May 2018 10,626 miles
Pass 10 May 2017 10,549 miles
Pass 11 May 2016 10,435 miles
Pass 13 May 2015 10,346 miles
Pass 9 May 2014 10,189 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 16 May 2013 10,005 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 2 May 2012 9,782 miles
Pass 5 May 2011 9,621 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2010 9,083 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2009 8,684 miles
Pass 16 May 2008 8,538 miles
Pass 8 May 2007 8,397 miles
Fail 8 May 2007 8,397 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Pass 8 May 2006 8,205 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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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DYV 738J is a 1970 Morris Traveller in Blue with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 DYV 738J, 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.

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What year was DYV 738J registered?

DYV 738J is a 1970 Morris Traveller, first registered on 9 October 1970.

Is DYV 738J safe to buy?

The MOT history for DYV 738J shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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