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FMW 129J

2016 Puch Maxi

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Apr 2027
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

237,621 mi
Last recorded237,621 miles
Recorded on1 May 2026
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFMW 129J
MakePuch
ModelMaxi
Year2016
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 May 2026 237,621 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 17 Apr 2025 203,565 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2024 166,087 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front suspension has surface corrosion

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 10 Nov 2022 139,481 miles

Front brake pads wearing low

Nearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge worn (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front brake pipe slightly corroded

Fail 10 Nov 2022 139,481 miles

Offside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Front brake pads wearing low

Nearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge worn (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front brake pipe slightly corroded

Pass 4 Nov 2021 123,471 miles
Pass 28 May 2021
Pass 29 Oct 2020 99,306 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2019 71,774 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2015

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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FMW 129J is a 2016 Puch Maxi in White with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 FMW 129J, 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 10 years old, this Puch Maxi is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was FMW 129J registered?

FMW 129J is a 2016 Puch Maxi, first registered on 8 November 2016.

Is FMW 129J safe to buy?

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