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YK05 BHZ

2005 Vulcan Custom

Red Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Sep 2019
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

43,488 mi
Last recorded43,488 miles
Recorded on22 Sep 2018
Typical for 2005 Vulcan Custom7,053 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYK05 BHZ
MakeVulcan
ModelCustom
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 22 Sep 2018 43,488 miles

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

Fail 10 Sep 2018 43,451 miles

Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

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

drive chain tight

Pass 22 Jun 2017 37,587 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2016 30,579 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2013 26,364 miles

Brake reaction bracket securing bolt(s) loose (3.2.A1j)

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 21 Jun 2013 26,364 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fail 7 May 2013 26,019 miles

Headlamp aim not tested (1.6)

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

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Centre Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Outer Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 7 May 2012 16,926 miles
Fail 7 May 2012 16,926 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Offside Front Direction indicator insecure (1.5.3b)

Pass 1 Mar 2011 8,663 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2010 5,849 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2009 5,748 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2007 3,346 miles

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

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

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

centre stand bent

foot brake lever bent

front indicater damaged

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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YK05 BHZ is a 2005 Vulcan Custom in Red with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

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 YK05 BHZ, 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 YK05 BHZ registered?

YK05 BHZ is a 2005 Vulcan Custom, first registered on 16 May 2005.

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