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TSO 29M

1973 Puch Maxi

Purple Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Sep 2024
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

439 mi
Last recorded439 miles
Recorded on25 Sep 2023
Typical for 1973 Puch Maxi3,898 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTSO 29M
MakePuch
ModelMaxi
Year1973
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc
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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Sep 2023 439 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2022 428 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2021 416 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2020 403 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2019 387 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2018 359 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2017 348 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2016 337 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2015 326 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2014 315 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2013 305 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 22 Sep 2012 292 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2011 279 miles

Locking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Pass 30 Aug 2011 279 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2010 270 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2009 253 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2008 191 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 13 Sep 2007 85 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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TSO 29M is a 1973 Puch Maxi in Purple with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 TSO 29M, 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

How do I check the history of TSO 29M?

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What year was TSO 29M registered?

TSO 29M is a 1973 Puch Maxi, first registered on 1 January 1973.

Is TSO 29M safe to buy?

The MOT history for TSO 29M shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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