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BBH 461T

1979 Puch Maxi

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 May 2019
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

8,481 mi
Last recorded8,481 miles
Recorded on30 May 2018
Typical for 1979 Puch Maxi4,233 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBBH 461T
MakePuch
ModelMaxi
Year1979
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 May 2018 8,481 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2017 8,460 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2017 8,460 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 7 Mar 2015 7,904 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2013 6,989 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2012 5,763 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 17 Feb 2012 5,763 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2010 5,723 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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BBH 461T is a 1979 Puch Maxi in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1979 Puch Maxi models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.8% with a typical mileage of 4,233 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 BBH 461T, 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 47 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 BBH 461T registered?

BBH 461T is a 1979 Puch Maxi, first registered on 13 June 1979.

Is BBH 461T safe to buy?

The MOT history for BBH 461T shows 8 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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