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D229 UNK

1989 Puch Maxi

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Aug 2024
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

13,523 mi
Last recorded13,523 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2023
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD229 UNK
MakePuch
ModelMaxi
Year1989
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Aug 2023 13,523 miles

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Rear Wheel spoke slightly bent (5.2.2 (d))

Registration plate slightly loose (0.1 (a))

Pass 3 Aug 2022 13,502 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Wheel spoke slightly bent (5.2.2 (d))

Registration plate slightly loose (0.1 (a))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 27 Jul 2021 13,485 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Wheel spoke slightly bent (5.2.2 (d))

Registration plate slightly loose (0.1 (a))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 17 Jul 2020 13,425 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2019 13,401 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2018 13,379 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2017 13,322 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2016 13,273 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2015 13,198 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2014 13,156 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2013 13,063 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2012 12,905 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2011 12,753 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2010 12,650 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2009 12,485 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2008 12,257 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2008 12,234 miles

Horn replaced by a bell (1.7.3b)

Nearside Steering lock stop ineffective (2.1.3)

Offside Steering lock stop ineffective (2.1.3)

Rear Roller brake test indicates brake effort fall disproportional to brake lever or pedal effort (3.3.A1c)

Rear Wheel has an excessively distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Rear wheel has a loose wheel bolt(s) (4.2.3a)

Roller brake test No brake control achieves an efficiency of 30%. (3.3.A2a) DANGEROUS

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 27 Jul 2007 11,865 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2006 11,428 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2005 11,031 miles

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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D229 UNK is a 1989 Puch Maxi in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 D229 UNK, 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 37 years old, this Puch Maxi is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was D229 UNK registered?

D229 UNK is a 1989 Puch Maxi, first registered on 12 January 1989.

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