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PMY 541W

1980 Puch Unknown

White Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Tests1 (0 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate0%

Mileage

6,759 mi
Last recorded6,759 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2017
Typical for 1980 Puch Unknown4,253 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPMY 541W
MakePuch
ModelUnknown
Year1980
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc
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MOT History

0 pass 1 fail
Fail 21 Apr 2017 6,759 miles

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

Front Tyre is incorrectly seated on the wheel rim (4.1.2b)

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.1a)

Headlamp aim headlamp deteriorated and function impaired (1.2.3a)

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Rear Tyre is incorrectly seated on the wheel rim (4.1.2b)

Rear Tyre is incorrectly seated on the wheel rim (4.1.2b)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

How Reliable is the Puch Unknown?

Based on 645 MOT tests across 445 vehicles.

89.6%
Pass Rate
137
Miles/Year
47
Year Lifespan
445
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 4
Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. 4
Tyre is incorrectly seated on the wheel rim 4
wheel bearings have excessive free play 4
Steering headbearing has excessive free play 3
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PMY 541W is a 1980 Puch Unknown in White with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 0%.

Across all 1980 Puch Unknown models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.3% with a typical mileage of 4,253 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 Unknown fails its MOT is tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure, accounting for 4 recorded failures. If you're considering buying PMY 541W, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Puch Unknown typically stays on UK roads for around 47 years. At 46 years old, this Puch Unknown is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of PMY 541W?

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What year was PMY 541W registered?

PMY 541W is a 1980 Puch Unknown, first registered on 12 June 1980.

Is PMY 541W safe to buy?

The MOT history for PMY 541W shows 1 test with a 0% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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