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HGM 957W

1980 Puch Maxi

Silver Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jun 2015
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

Typical for 1980 Puch Maxi4,033 mi
4 checks still locked for this Puch
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHGM 957W
MakePuch
ModelMaxi
Year1980
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 May 2014
Pass 1 Jun 2013
Pass 6 Jun 2012
Pass 23 Apr 2011
Fail 16 Apr 2011

Rear Wheel spoke excessively loose (4.2.1b)

Front Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

Pass 24 Apr 2010
Pass 25 Apr 2009
Pass 10 Sep 2007
Pass 31 Jul 2006

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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HGM 957W is a 1980 Puch Maxi in Silver with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 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 HGM 957W, 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 HGM 957W registered?

HGM 957W is a 1980 Puch Maxi, first registered on 1 October 1980.

Is HGM 957W safe to buy?

The MOT history for HGM 957W shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does HGM 957W have outstanding finance?

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