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TWT 218W

1981 Puch Maxi

Silver Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Oct 2024
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

1,125 mi
Last recorded1,125 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2025
Typical for 1981 Puch Maxi3,157 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTWT 218W
MakePuch
ModelMaxi
Year1981
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Fail 16 Apr 2025 1,125 miles

All position lamps not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 7 Oct 2023 1,009 miles

Nearside Rear chain guard bracket cracked but secure

Nearside exposed wiring

Rear inner tube in rear tyre spun in rim, valve stem slightly out of line

f + r position lamps disconnected at time of test, no other lights required

Pass 5 Mar 2021 10,428 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2020 10,172 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2018 9,807 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2016 8,584 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2014 8,497 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2013 8,381 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2012 8,306 miles

rear brake needs adjustment

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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TWT 218W is a 1981 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 1981 Puch Maxi models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.1% with a typical mileage of 3,157 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 TWT 218W, 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 45 years old, this Puch Maxi is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of TWT 218W?

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What year was TWT 218W registered?

TWT 218W is a 1981 Puch Maxi, first registered on 25 March 1981.

Is TWT 218W safe to buy?

The MOT history for TWT 218W 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.

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