Morris Minor Owners Club

The Reg box isn't doing anything constructive - it's just holding (and maybe joining) some wires.

Well battery is fully charged and no joy still clicking.i,m thinking maybe the starter is stuck.i tried crossing the solenoid but there isn't even a spark from it! Will have a look after work again.anyone have any problems like this before?

Have you checked the battery terminals are firmly (and cleanly) connected?
Try attaching a jump-lead directly to the earth terminal of the battery to the engine block somewhere (front plate?) to check for a poor earth route for the starter.
Most starters (unless they are of the pre-engaged type) have a square bolt on the exposed face, you could try turning that to make sure it is not jammed. Or try turning the starting handle gently to see if that may free it (if it is stuck) or rocking it in gear.
If it is stuck, it is wise to remove and clean the bendix gear with a brush moistened in petrol or paraffin, and the thread lubricated with pencil lead (graphite).

Had a quick look at the minor put a jump lead from the negative on the battery to the front panel didn't make a difference although I tried crossing the solenoid with a spanner I thought it would have been sparking mad but it wasn't although after really trying it sparked and started! Although still won't start with the key.The earth wire underneath connected from the gear box is brand new.

If it's a 'square' solenoid then yes - they DO fail. But make sure the body of the solenoid is well earthed to the body.

I,ve a new solenoid coming when I put the old one on I buffed the bulkhead so it would be well earthed.solenoid should be here Friday so I,ll keep you'd informed.Thanks for the reply's all appreciated.

Well new solenoid fitted and starting as should problem solved,now to post another lol.Thanks for everyone's help much appreciated