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YDX 942S

1978 Puch Maxi

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jun 2017
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

5,372 mi
Last recorded5,372 miles
Recorded on20 May 2016
Typical for 1978 Puch Maxi3,215 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYDX 942S
MakePuch
ModelMaxi
Year1978
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 May 2016 5,372 miles
Pass 27 May 2015 5,270 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2014 5,115 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2014 5,115 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 13 Jun 2013 4,966 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2012 4,746 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2011 4,546 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2010 4,192 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2009 4,169 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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YDX 942S is a 1978 Puch Maxi in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1978 Puch Maxi models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.1% with a typical mileage of 3,215 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 YDX 942S, 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 48 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 YDX 942S registered?

YDX 942S is a 1978 Puch Maxi, first registered on 1 January 1978.

Is YDX 942S safe to buy?

The MOT history for YDX 942S shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does YDX 942S have outstanding finance?

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