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DX57 USC

2008 Kawasaki Vulcan

Maroon Petrol 899cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Nov 2026
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

47,164 mi
Last recorded47,164 miles
Recorded on29 Nov 2025
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX57 USC
MakeKawasaki
ModelVulcan
Year2008
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine899cc
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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Nov 2025 47,164 miles

Front Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced frame (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Oil leak under engine

Rear Road spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 15 Nov 2025 47,164 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil Stanchions have covers - oil running down fork lower (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Road spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Nov 2022 47,137 miles

Central Lower Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Front Lower Minor oil leak

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Rear Road spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Nov 2021 46,967 miles

Central Front Lower Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Central Front Lower Small oil leak from front of engine.

Central Rear Road spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 21 Nov 2020 46,500 miles

Central Lower Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Central Lower Oil leak

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Rear Road spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Nov 2019 45,775 miles

Central Oil leak

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Lower Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Road spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 12 Nov 2019 45,769 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 14 Nov 2018 44,260 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2017 42,938 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2016 42,478 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2015 40,911 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2014 40,025 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2014 40,002 miles

Rear Wheel spoke excessively loose (4.2.1b)

Fail 8 Nov 2013 38,564 miles

Offside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 8 Nov 2013 38,564 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2012 36,066 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki Vulcan?

Based on 1,005 MOT tests across 111 vehicles.

85.0%
Pass Rate
443
Miles/Year
33
Year Lifespan
111
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 13
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 8
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 5
reflector on motorcycle missing 5
wheel bearings are excessively rough 3
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DX57 USC is a 2008 Kawasaki Vulcan in Maroon with a 899cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

The most common reason a Kawasaki Vulcan fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 13 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DX57 USC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki Vulcan typically stays on UK roads for around 33 years. At 18 years old, this Kawasaki Vulcan is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was DX57 USC registered?

DX57 USC is a 2008 Kawasaki Vulcan, first registered on 31 December 2008.

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