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KX55 OUJ

2005 Vulcan Custom

Silver Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Sep 2015
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

41,401 mi
Last recorded41,401 miles
Recorded on25 Sep 2014
Typical for 2005 Vulcan Custom7,053 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKX55 OUJ
MakeVulcan
ModelCustom
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Sep 2014 41,401 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2013 38,019 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2013 37,936 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

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

Nearside Front Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1c)

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

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

Pass 12 Sep 2012 33,246 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2012 33,246 miles

Fuel cap does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.2b)

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

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Rear brake performance lower than expected

Pass 10 Sep 2011 28,614 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2011 28,612 miles

Brake hose is likely to be fouled or trapped by moving parts (3.2.B2c)

Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Brake pedal is inoperative (3.1.3c)

Brake reaction bracket insecure (3.2.A1j)

Chain guard fouling another component (6.2.1c)

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Front Brake disc(s) has excessive run out (3.2.A1m)

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Offside Front Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

Rear Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

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

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Front engine mounting bolts appear loose?

Fuel cap fixture broken away, but still fastens

Kickstart lever in-secure, may possibly obstruct rider?

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Pass 19 Jul 2010 25,338 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2009 20,107 miles

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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KX55 OUJ is a 2005 Vulcan Custom in Silver with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 KX55 OUJ, 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 KX55 OUJ registered?

KX55 OUJ is a 2005 Vulcan Custom, first registered on 1 October 2005.

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