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YVW 257X

1981 Puch Maxi

Silver Petrol 50cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Sep 2019
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

2,908 mi
Last recorded2,908 miles
Recorded on19 Sep 2018
Typical for 1981 Puch Maxi3,157 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYVW 257X
MakePuch
ModelMaxi
Year1981
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine50cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 19 Sep 2018 2,908 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2017 2,869 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2016 2,408 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2015 2,216 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2014 2,103 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2013 2,055 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2012 1,906 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2011 1,828 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2010 1,785 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2009 1,704 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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YVW 257X is a 1981 Puch Maxi in Silver with a 50cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 YVW 257X, 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 YVW 257X?

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What year was YVW 257X registered?

YVW 257X is a 1981 Puch Maxi, first registered on 1 September 1981.

Is YVW 257X safe to buy?

The MOT history for YVW 257X shows 10 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does YVW 257X have outstanding finance?

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