MOT expemtion on puch maxi 1971

[Desklamp]

I've had to get a new log book and registration for my 1971 Puch Maxi, and I cannot work out if I'm eligible for MOT exemption. The reissue certificate has the date of first registration as 2023, and in the special notes section, it is declared manufactured in 1971. Also, the taxation class is down as a historic vehicle. The DVLA website says that for a vehicle to be exempt, it needs to have been built or first registered more than 40 years ago. What's confusing me is that the date of first registration is November 14, 2023, so does this mean I have to get a MOT?

[virus]

If its registered as historic for tax then its exempt from MOT. I honestly wouldnt worry about it because any cop with the slightest degree of common sense would understand what youve just said, built OR registered over 40 years ago. Any copper that doesnt have that common sense would get laughed out of court for not reading the legislation.
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stinkwheel Well I just had my hands up a pigs fanny. Which makes your concerns pale into insignificance.

[slowasyoulike]

[Desklamp]

Brilliant thanks a lot guys

[blurredman]

Send v5, v10 and v112 to DVLA
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