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DFC 153V

1980 Puch Maxi

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Mar 2021
Tests3 (1 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate33.3%

Mileage

8,145 mi
Last recorded8,145 miles
Recorded on17 Mar 2020
Typical for 1980 Puch Maxi4,033 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDFC 153V
MakePuch
ModelMaxi
Year1980
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

1 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Mar 2020 8,145 miles

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

Nearside Front mudguard stay broken

Nearside handlebar grip incomplete,but usable.

Rear Wheel spoke slightly loose 3 spokes slightly loose rear wheel (5.2.2 (d))

Fail 17 Mar 2020 8,145 miles

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

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front mudguard stay broken

Nearside handlebar grip incomplete,but usable.

Rear Wheel spoke slightly loose 3 spokes slightly loose rear wheel (5.2.2 (d))

Fail 7 Mar 2015 8,142 miles

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

Centre Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Front Front suspension spring worn but not seriously weakened (2.3.2b)

Oil leak

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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DFC 153V is a 1980 Puch Maxi in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 33.3%.

Across all 1980 Puch Maxi models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.6% with a typical mileage of 4,033 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 DFC 153V, 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 46 years old, this Puch Maxi is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DFC 153V registered?

DFC 153V is a 1980 Puch Maxi, first registered on 1 June 1980.

Is DFC 153V safe to buy?

The MOT history for DFC 153V 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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