MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
7,170 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)
Front Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)
Front Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
Rear Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)
Rear Rear shock absorber insecurely mounted (2.4.A.3b)
Front Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)
Rear Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)
Rear Drive chain sprocket carrier worn to excess (6.2.1e)
Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i))
How Reliable is the Puch Maxi?
Based on 2,756 MOT tests across 783 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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FGV 189T is a 1979 Puch Maxi in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.
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 FGV 189T, 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.
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How do I check the history of FGV 189T?
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What year was FGV 189T registered?
FGV 189T is a 1979 Puch Maxi, first registered on 7 June 1979.
Is FGV 189T safe to buy?
The MOT history for FGV 189T shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does FGV 189T have outstanding finance?
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