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🕐 Last verified 16 Oct, 01:47

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StatusCleared
Severity (NH)Moderate
RoadM1
DirectionNorthbound
Category (NH)Accident
ReportedThu 15 Oct, 23:46
ClearedFri 16 Oct, 01:47
Lasted2h 1m
Road typeMotorway
Speed limit70 mph (variable)
Weather🌧️ Slight rain
ReferenceREF-26225711

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The M1 northbound between junctions J33 and J34

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What happened on the M1 on 15 Oct 2026?

Crash on the M1 northbound, reported at 23:46 UK time on Thu 15 Oct. Cleared at 01:47 on Fri 16 Oct.

How long did it last?

2h 1m, from 23:46 UK time on Thu 15 Oct.

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