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BDU 12T

1978 Puch Maxi

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jul 2015
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

5,543 mi
Last recorded5,543 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2014
Typical for 1978 Puch Maxi3,215 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBDU 12T
MakePuch
ModelMaxi
Year1978
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2014 5,543 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 9 Jul 2014 5,542 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates brake effort rise disproportional to brake lever or pedal effort (3.3.A1c)

Rear Roller brake test indicates brake effort rise disproportional to brake lever or pedal effort (3.3.A1c)

Rear suspension movement is excessively stiff (2.4.A.3b)

Roller brake test No brake control achieves an efficiency of 30%. (3.3.A2a)

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

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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BDU 12T is a 1978 Puch Maxi in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1978 Puch Maxi models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.1% with a typical mileage of 3,215 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 BDU 12T, 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 48 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 BDU 12T?

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What year was BDU 12T registered?

BDU 12T is a 1978 Puch Maxi, first registered on 25 August 1978.

Is BDU 12T safe to buy?

The MOT history for BDU 12T shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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