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VHG 576V

1979 Puch Unknown

Gold Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Mar 2019
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

97 mi
Last recorded97 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2018
Typical for 1979 Puch Unknown4,526 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVHG 576V
MakePuch
ModelUnknown
Year1979
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Mar 2018 97 miles

Rear Wheel damaged but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Rear Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

Fail 24 Mar 2018 97 miles

Registration plate does not have black characters on a yellow background (6.3.2a)

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Rear Brake component is fractured (3.1.5) DANGEROUS

Rear Wheel damaged but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Rear Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

Pass 9 Jun 2017 96 miles

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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VHG 576V is a 1979 Puch Unknown in Gold with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1979 Puch Unknown models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.6% with a typical mileage of 4,526 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 VHG 576V, 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 47 years old, this Puch Unknown is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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How do I check the history of VHG 576V?

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What year was VHG 576V registered?

VHG 576V is a 1979 Puch Unknown, first registered on 11 September 1979.

Is VHG 576V safe to buy?

The MOT history for VHG 576V shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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