Morris 1100

154 registered in New Zealand · 1955–1977 · 91% from Not Known

The Morris 1100 is a recognisable name on New Zealand roads, with 154 registered across model years 1955 to 1977. Most are petrol-powered saloons with a 1.1L engine.

Below you'll find a complete breakdown of fuel types, body styles, drivetrain options, regional distribution, and estimated running costs. Select a specific model year to see detailed specs, buyer insights, and variant-level data for that generation of the 1100.

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154 On NZ Roads
1.1L Engine

Fuel Types

Morris 1100 fuel type breakdown: PETROL 100%.

Fleet Age Profile

How many Morris 1100 vehicles from each manufacture year are still registered in NZ. Taller bars mean more of that year on the road — better parts availability and more mechanics who know it.

Morris 1100 fleet age profile: 1967: 21, 1968: 11, 1969: 10, 1970: 17, 1973: 11.

Drivetrain

Engine Size

Morris 1100 engine sizes: 1.1L 84%, 1.1L 8%, 1.3L 2%, 0.8L 1%, 0.9L 1%.

Imported From

Morris 1100 imported from: Not Known 91%, United Kingdom 6%, New Zealand 3%, Australia 1%.

Colours

BLUE 33 (21%)
GREEN 27 (18%)
GREY 20 (13%)
RED 17 (11%)
WHITE 16 (10%)
CREAM 14 (9%)
YELLOW 11 (7%)
ORANGE 9 (6%)

Colours shown are approximate representations of NZTA basic colour categories, not exact manufacturer paint codes.

Where They Are in NZ

Morris 1100 regional distribution: AUCKLAND: 23, CHRISTCHURCH: 16, TASMAN: 11, WAIMAKARIRI: 7, TIMARU: 6.

Body Types

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1978–2022 11.1 L/100km
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1960–2020 11.5 L/100km
3 Toyota logo
Toyota Camry 30,957
1980–2026 7.3 L/100km
4 Toyota logo
Toyota Corolla 24,532
1956–2023 5.8 L/100km
5 Honda logo
Honda Accord 20,130
1978–2020 7.9 L/100km

Frequently Asked Questions

How many Morris 1100 are there in New Zealand?

There are 154 Morris 1100 vehicles registered in New Zealand as of March 2026, making up 0% of the total passenger fleet. Model years range from 1955 to 1977.

What body type is the Morris 1100?

The Morris 1100 is primarily classified as a saloon in the NZTA fleet register. It is also available in other body configurations: light van, station wagon. The most common fuel type is petrol.

Are Morris 1100 cars imported or NZ-new?

91% of Morris 1100 vehicles in New Zealand originated from Not Known. The majority arrived as used imports, which is typical for this model. Check the import status and origin country for the specific year you're considering on the individual year pages.