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FJ53 LXA

2004 Vulcan Custom

Silver Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Mar 2013
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

3,141 mi
Last recorded3,141 miles
Recorded on13 Mar 2012
Typical for 2004 Vulcan Custom6,980 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ53 LXA
MakeVulcan
ModelCustom
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Mar 2012 3,141 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 8 Apr 2010 2,506 miles
Pass 14 May 2009 577 miles
Fail 14 May 2009 577 miles

Front Lower Brake pipe union leaking fluid (3.2.B4)

Fail 11 May 2009 554 miles

Front Lower Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

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

Offside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Rear wheel rotation likely to be impeded (6.2.1b)

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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FJ53 LXA 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 60%.

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 FJ53 LXA, 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 FJ53 LXA registered?

FJ53 LXA is a 2004 Vulcan Custom, first registered on 20 January 2004.

Is FJ53 LXA safe to buy?

The MOT history for FJ53 LXA shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FJ53 LXA have outstanding finance?

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