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BU03 VJX

2003 Vulcan Custom

Blue Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Oct 2010
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

9,534 mi
Last recorded9,534 miles
Recorded on22 Oct 2009
Typical for 2003 Vulcan Custom6,715 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU03 VJX
MakeVulcan
ModelCustom
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Oct 2009 9,534 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Rear Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

gear lever pivot slightly worn

no mirrors fitted at time of test

rear suspension is slightly stiff

Fail 15 Oct 2009 9,524 miles

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

Clutch lever positioned so it cannot be readily operated. (6.2.1g)

Front Hydraulic brake control feels spongy (3.1.4a)

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

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Headlamp switch insecure (1.2.4)

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

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

Rear Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Rear suspension movement is excessively stiff (2.4.A.3b)

Front Brake caliper(s) insecure (3.2.A1j) DANGEROUS

Front Brake caliper(s) securing bolt(s) missing (3.2.A1j) DANGEROUS

Front Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2a)

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

gear lever pivot slightly worn

handlebars slightly off centre from clamps,but still secure

no mirrors fitted at time of test

Pass 22 Aug 2008 8,028 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Oil leak

Rear Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

clutch cable top adjuster missing

drive chain dry and requires lubrication

oil level too high and leaking from breather

Fail 22 Aug 2008 8,012 miles

Rear Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

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

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Oil leak

Rear Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2a)

clutch cable top adjuster missing

drive chain dry and requires lubrication

oil level too high and leaking from breather

Pass 29 May 2007 5,461 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2006 3,560 miles

Rear 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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BU03 VJX is a 2003 Vulcan Custom in Blue with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2003 Vulcan Custom models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.0% with a typical mileage of 6,715 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 BU03 VJX, 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 23 years old, this Vulcan Custom is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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BU03 VJX is a 2003 Vulcan Custom, first registered on 1 March 2003.

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