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GVW 699T

1979 Puch Maxi

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Mar 2016
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

2,830 mi
Last recorded2,830 miles
Recorded on4 Mar 2015
Typical for 1979 Puch Maxi4,233 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGVW 699T
MakePuch
ModelMaxi
Year1979
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Mar 2015 2,830 miles

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 25 Mar 2014 2,830 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Fail 25 Mar 2014 2,830 miles

Floor brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.C1b)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 9 Oct 2012 2,830 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 20 Sep 2011 2,830 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2010 2,830 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 3 Nov 2009 2,830 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2007 2,830 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 10 Apr 2006 2,830 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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GVW 699T 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 77.8%.

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 GVW 699T, 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

How do I check the history of GVW 699T?

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What year was GVW 699T registered?

GVW 699T is a 1979 Puch Maxi, first registered on 1 June 1979.

Is GVW 699T safe to buy?

The MOT history for GVW 699T shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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