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DK04 HYH

2004 Vulcan Custom

Red Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Mar 2019
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

23,275 mi
Last recorded23,275 miles
Recorded on23 Mar 2018
Typical for 2004 Vulcan Custom6,980 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK04 HYH
MakeVulcan
ModelCustom
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Mar 2018 23,275 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2017 23,275 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 26 Mar 2016 23,275 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2016 23,275 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 21 Mar 2015 23,275 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 15 Mar 2014 23,275 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Front Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Rear Brake lining(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

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

Pass 15 Mar 2014 23,275 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2013 23,275 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2012 23,275 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2011 23,275 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 13 Mar 2010 20,829 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2009 17,908 miles

Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Main beam tell tale not working

Neutral light not working

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Fail 17 Mar 2009 17,863 miles

Headlamp dipped beam affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.2c)

Headlamp main beam affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.2c)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Main beam tell tale not working

Neutral light not working

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 29 Apr 2008 15,043 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2007 11,147 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2007 11,147 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

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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DK04 HYH is a 2004 Vulcan Custom in Red with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 DK04 HYH, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DK04 HYH registered?

DK04 HYH is a 2004 Vulcan Custom, first registered on 1 March 2004.

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