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FJ55 UAX

2005 Vulcan Custom

Red Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Nov 2010
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

12,433 mi
Last recorded12,433 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2009
Typical for 2005 Vulcan Custom7,053 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ55 UAX
MakeVulcan
ModelCustom
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Nov 2009 12,433 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2009 12,179 miles

Brake pedal is positioned so that the brake cannot be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.5.1c)

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

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

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

Pass 6 Nov 2008 6,245 miles

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

Fail 31 Oct 2008 6,245 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

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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FJ55 UAX is a 2005 Vulcan Custom in Red with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 2005 Vulcan Custom models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.8% with a typical mileage of 7,053 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 FJ55 UAX, 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 21 years old, this Vulcan Custom is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was FJ55 UAX registered?

FJ55 UAX is a 2005 Vulcan Custom, first registered on 1 September 2005.

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