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NX04 GBV

2004 Vulcan Custom

Black Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Oct 2026
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

6,346 mi
Last recorded6,346 miles
Recorded on10 Oct 2025
Typical for 2004 Vulcan Custom6,980 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNX04 GBV
MakeVulcan
ModelCustom
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Oct 2025 6,346 miles

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 9 Oct 2025 6,342 miles

Front Motorcycle structure modified such that it is likely to adversely affect braking or steering (6.1.1 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 24 Jun 2023 6,165 miles

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 22 Jun 2023 6,165 miles

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 Sep 2020 5,971 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Horn not working properly (7.7 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Oct 2017 5,822 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2013 5,489 miles

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

Pass 11 Mar 2013 5,489 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2012 4,787 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2012 4,778 miles

Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Offside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Stop lamp does not emit a steady light (1.3.1b)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

front and rear tyre pressures low prs

Pass 21 Apr 2011 4,538 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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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NX04 GBV is a 2004 Vulcan Custom in Black with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 NX04 GBV, 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 NX04 GBV registered?

NX04 GBV is a 2004 Vulcan Custom, first registered on 1 April 2004.

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