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DX04 VLG

2004 Vulcan Custom

Silver Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Mar 2017
Tests5 (2 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate40%

Mileage

8,343 mi
Last recorded8,343 miles
Recorded on1 Mar 2017
Typical for 2004 Vulcan Custom6,980 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX04 VLG
MakeVulcan
ModelCustom
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

2 pass 3 fail
Fail 1 Mar 2017 8,343 miles

Dipswitch does not extinquish main beam/s, leaving at least 1 dipped beam headlamp (1.2.2b(i))

Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

Locking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride chain ajuster (6.2.1h)

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)

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

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

Rear suspension bush has excessive free play swingarm bushs (2.4.A2a(i))

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

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

swingarm rusty

Pass 17 Mar 2016 6,522 miles

rear hub although working, has had some repairs

Pass 25 Apr 2014 4,740 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Fail 23 Apr 2014 4,740 miles

Brake pedal cannot be released smoothly (3.1.3d)

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Fuel system component insecure (7.2.1b)

Handlebar deformed (2.1.1b)

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

Rear Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Stop lamp insecure (1.3.3b)

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

Fail 11 Aug 2008 4,734 miles

Front Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Nearside Rear Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Offside Rear Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Rear Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Rear Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Rear Brake pedal is damaged but the brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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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DX04 VLG is a 2004 Vulcan Custom in Silver with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 40%.

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 DX04 VLG, 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 DX04 VLG registered?

DX04 VLG is a 2004 Vulcan Custom, first registered on 2 June 2004.

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