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BX53 AXY

2003 Vulcan Custom

Red Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Mar 2016
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

13,585 mi
Last recorded13,585 miles
Recorded on10 Mar 2015
Typical for 2003 Vulcan Custom6,715 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBX53 AXY
MakeVulcan
ModelCustom
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Fail 10 Mar 2015 13,585 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates brake effort fall disproportional to brake lever or pedal effort (3.3.A1c)

front brake light switch requires attention cleaned connections works but possible switch required

rear brake adjusted at time of test to increase brake effort advise further investigation required

slight bind front brake

Pass 10 Mar 2015 13,585 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

front brake light switch requires attention cleaned connections works but possible switch required

rear brake adjusted at time of test to increase brake effort advise further investigation required

slight bind front brake

Pass 11 Mar 2014 12,168 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2013 11,196 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2012 9,954 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 24 Feb 2011 7,696 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 25 Feb 2010 4,904 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 14 Feb 2009 3,810 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 22 Feb 2008 2,847 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2007 923 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2006 805 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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BX53 AXY is a 2003 Vulcan Custom in Red with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 BX53 AXY, 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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What year was BX53 AXY registered?

BX53 AXY is a 2003 Vulcan Custom, first registered on 7 October 2003.

Is BX53 AXY safe to buy?

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