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BX04 BUU

2004 Vulcan Custom

Red Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Sep 2018
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

9,574 mi
Last recorded9,574 miles
Recorded on5 Sep 2017
Typical for 2004 Vulcan Custom6,980 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBX04 BUU
MakeVulcan
ModelCustom
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Sep 2017 9,574 miles

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

rear brake brace bar has wrong bolt in but still secure

Fail 28 Jul 2017 9,571 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain fouling another component fouling on tyre (6.2.1d)

Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil o/s and n/s (2.3.3)

Nearside Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride side stand spring defective (6.2.1h)

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

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

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Rear Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

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

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

chain guide loos

Pass 11 May 2016 4,387 miles

Front suspension has slight corrosion stansion (2.3.8)

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 10 May 2016 4,387 miles

Front Front mudguard insecure (2.3.7)

Position lamp switch insecure (1.1.4b)

Front suspension has slight corrosion stansion (2.3.8)

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 27 Jun 2009 4,360 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2008 2,231 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2008 2,228 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

How Reliable is the Vulcan Custom?

Based on 1,299 MOT tests across 270 vehicles.

68.0%
Pass Rate
871
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
270
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 63
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 46
Drive chain excessively loose 37
Brake hose excessively deteriorated 28
Direction indicator not working 24
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BX04 BUU is a 2004 Vulcan Custom in Red with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 2004 Vulcan Custom models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.2% with a typical mileage of 6,980 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 Vulcan Custom fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 63 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BX04 BUU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Vulcan Custom typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 22 years old, this Vulcan Custom is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was BX04 BUU registered?

BX04 BUU is a 2004 Vulcan Custom, first registered on 1 June 2004.

Is BX04 BUU safe to buy?

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