Puch Maxi Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Puch Maxi reliable? We analysed 2,756 real MOT tests across 783 vehicles to find out.
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The Puch Maxi is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include roller brake test the less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%., steering headbearing has excessive free play and position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Puch Maxi.
Puch Maxi Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Puch Maxi. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Puch Maxi MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Puch Maxi to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Puch Maxi Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Puch Maxi fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Puch Maxi Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Puch Maxi owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Puch Maxi MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Puch Maxi year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1987 | 56 | 76.8% | 3,707 | 5,556 | 6,408 |
| 1986 | 93 | 88.2% | 2,053 | 4,568 | 8,644 |
| 1985 | 107 | 87.9% | 2,723 | 3,620 | 5,900 |
| 1984 | 120 | 86.7% | 834 | 3,567 | 5,188 |
| 1983 | 166 | 83.1% | 3,588 | 4,485 | 6,400 |
| 1982 | 140 | 90.7% | 2,354 | 4,426 | 7,024 |
| 1981 | 203 | 90.1% | 1,634 | 3,157 | 6,512 |
| 1980 | 266 | 84.6% | 2,376 | 4,033 | 5,568 |
| 1979 | 353 | 85.8% | 2,368 | 4,233 | 6,191 |
| 1978 | 161 | 85.1% | 1,417 | 3,215 | 5,381 |
| 1977 | 108 | 91.7% | 2,194 | 4,416 | 8,228 |
| 1976 | 73 | 87.7% | 1,533 | 4,203 | 8,210 |
| 1975 | 176 | 84.7% | 2,661 | 4,232 | 7,661 |
| 1974 | 114 | 85.1% | 3,157 | 6,183 | 9,354 |
| 1973 | 153 | 89.5% | 899 | 3,898 | 6,118 |
| 1972 | 127 | 91.3% | 4,314 | 6,001 | 7,838 |
| 1971 | 109 | 88.1% | 3,360 | 6,177 | 11,090 |
| 1970 | 80 | 91.3% | 3,488 | 5,314 | 8,303 |
How Long Does a Puch Maxi Last?
Based on 783 Puch Maxi vehicles on UK roads.
Puch Maxi Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Puch Maxi MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.
Best Year to Buy a Used Puch Maxi
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
91.7% MOT pass rate from 108 tests
76.8% MOT pass rate from 56 tests
The best year to buy a used Puch Maxi is 1977, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 91.7% across 108 tests. The 1987 model year has the lowest pass rate at 76.8% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Puch Maxi Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Puch Maxi THIS CAR | 86.9% | 2,756 | 4,540 mi | 56 yrs |
| Puch Unknown | 89.6% | 645 | 4,798 mi | 47 yrs |
| Mini One Clubman Auto | 85.3% | 1,358 | 40,495 mi | 17 yrs |
| Lincoln Town Car | 73.7% | 2,774 | 113,266 mi | 38 yrs |
| Ford B-max Zetec | 90.4% | 1,410 | 46,459 mi | — yrs |
Compared to the Puch Unknown (89.6% pass rate) and the Mini One Clubman Auto (85.3% pass rate), the Puch Maxi sits in the middle of the pack on MOT reliability.
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The Puch Maxi has an overall MOT pass rate of 86.9% across 2,756 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.
The most common problems on the Puch Maxi are roller brake test the less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (28 recorded failures), steering headbearing has excessive free play (24), and position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (23). These are the faults most likely to cause an MOT failure on this model, so check for them carefully on any test drive or pre-purchase inspection. Many are wear-and-tear items that can be budgeted for, but a car that's already failing on multiple fronts may signal neglected maintenance.
A typical Puch Maxi owner drives around 68 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.
In terms of longevity, most Puch Maxi models stay on UK roads for around 56 years — a strong showing that suggests solid build quality and readily available parts. If you're buying one that's already approaching that window, the data suggests it has plenty of life left provided it's been maintained.
Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.