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A865 OAV

1983 Puch Maxi

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Oct 2024
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

4,432 mi
Last recorded4,432 miles
Recorded on13 Oct 2023
Typical for 1983 Puch Maxi4,485 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA865 OAV
MakePuch
ModelMaxi
Year1983
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Oct 2023 4,432 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2022 4,377 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2021 4,206 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2019 4,204 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2019 4,204 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 Jul 2018 4,076 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2017 4,010 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2016 3,946 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2016 3,946 miles

Fuel cap sealing washer missing (7.2.2c)

Fuel system component leaking fuel tap (7.2.1a)

Throttle operating incorrectly stays on when released (6.2.1f)

Pass 23 Jul 2015 3,945 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 26 May 2012 3,933 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 27 May 2011 3,849 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

How Reliable is the Puch Maxi?

Based on 2,756 MOT tests across 783 vehicles.

86.9%
Pass Rate
68
Miles/Year
56
Year Lifespan
783
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. 28
Steering headbearing has excessive free play 24
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on 23
Roller brake test No brake control achieves an efficiency of 30%. 15
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 15
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A865 OAV is a 1983 Puch Maxi in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1983 Puch Maxi models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.1% with a typical mileage of 4,485 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Puch Maxi fails its MOT is roller brake test the less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%., accounting for 28 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A865 OAV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Puch Maxi typically stays on UK roads for around 56 years. At 43 years old, this Puch Maxi is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was A865 OAV registered?

A865 OAV is a 1983 Puch Maxi, first registered on 11 November 1983.

Is A865 OAV safe to buy?

The MOT history for A865 OAV shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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