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SKV 297W

1981 Puch Unknown

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Mar 2022
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

784 mi
Last recorded784 miles
Recorded on17 Mar 2021
Typical for 1981 Puch Unknown2,580 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSKV 297W
MakePuch
ModelUnknown
Year1981
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Mar 2021 784 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2020 591 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2019 381 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 19 Mar 2018 126 miles

Higher brake effort normally obtainable

Fail 19 Mar 2018 126 miles

Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s incorrect rotation (4.1.2e)

Higher brake effort normally obtainable

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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SKV 297W is a 1981 Puch Unknown in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1981 Puch Unknown models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.9% with a typical mileage of 2,580 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 SKV 297W, 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 45 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 SKV 297W?

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What year was SKV 297W registered?

SKV 297W is a 1981 Puch Unknown, first registered on 25 March 1981.

Is SKV 297W safe to buy?

The MOT history for SKV 297W shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SKV 297W have outstanding finance?

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