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MBV 169N

1975 Puch Maxi

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Mar 2020
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

9,816 mi
Last recorded9,816 miles
Recorded on15 Mar 2019
Typical for 1975 Puch Maxi4,232 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMBV 169N
MakePuch
ModelMaxi
Year1975
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Mar 2019 9,816 miles

Front Fork yoke deformed but serviceable upper lower head stock bearings have slight play (2.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 14 Mar 2018 9,788 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2018 9,788 miles

Front Steering headbearing has excessive free play adjusted and lubed (2.2.2)

Rear Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on stripped re connected repaired (1.1.3a)

Pass 10 Apr 2008 9,507 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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MBV 169N is a 1975 Puch Maxi in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1975 Puch Maxi models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.7% with a typical mileage of 4,232 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 MBV 169N, 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 51 years old, this Puch Maxi is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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How do I check the history of MBV 169N?

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What year was MBV 169N registered?

MBV 169N is a 1975 Puch Maxi, first registered on 25 March 1975.

Is MBV 169N safe to buy?

The MOT history for MBV 169N shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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