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TBH 36L

1973 Puch Maxi

Yellow Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Oct 2015
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

9,998 mi
Last recorded9,998 miles
Recorded on4 Oct 2014
Typical for 1973 Puch Maxi3,898 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTBH 36L
MakePuch
ModelMaxi
Year1973
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Oct 2014 9,998 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2013 9,998 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2011 9,941 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Fail 17 Dec 2011 9,941 miles

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

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

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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TBH 36L is a 1973 Puch Maxi in Yellow with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1973 Puch Maxi models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.5% with a typical mileage of 3,898 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 TBH 36L, 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 53 years old, this Puch Maxi is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was TBH 36L registered?

TBH 36L is a 1973 Puch Maxi, first registered on 1 June 1973.

Is TBH 36L safe to buy?

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