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B146 ORT

1985 Puch Maxi

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Oct 2012
Tests3 (1 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate33.3%

Mileage

4,963 mi
Last recorded4,963 miles
Recorded on3 Oct 2011
Typical for 1985 Puch Maxi3,620 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB146 ORT
MakePuch
ModelMaxi
Year1985
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

1 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Oct 2011 4,963 miles

both tyres perished

shocks weak

Fail 26 Sep 2011 4,963 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

both tyres perished

shocks weak

Fail 13 Sep 2011 4,959 miles

Handlebar mounting clamp loose (2.1.1a)

Headlamp dipped beam affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.2c)

Locking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Registration plate margin less than the minimum requirement (6.3.4g)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Front Brake back plate(s) insecure (3.2.A1j) DANGEROUS

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))

throttle cable deteriated

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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B146 ORT is a 1985 Puch Maxi in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 33.3%.

Across all 1985 Puch Maxi models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.9% with a typical mileage of 3,620 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 B146 ORT, 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 41 years old, this Puch Maxi is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was B146 ORT registered?

B146 ORT is a 1985 Puch Maxi, first registered on 14 May 1985.

Is B146 ORT safe to buy?

The MOT history for B146 ORT shows 3 tests with a 33.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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