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DG53 CGO

2003 Vulcan Custom

Red Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 May 2012
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

1,692 mi
Last recorded1,692 miles
Recorded on6 Jul 2013
Typical for 2003 Vulcan Custom6,715 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG53 CGO
MakeVulcan
ModelCustom
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Fail 6 Jul 2013 1,692 miles

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator damaged and function impaired (1.5.3a)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

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

Pass 25 May 2011 1,527 miles
Fail 25 May 2011 1,527 miles

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

Front position lamp flickers when tapped lightly by hand (1.1.3c)

Pass 9 Oct 2008 7,767 miles

Nearside Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Nearside Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Offside Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

speedo not working

Pass 2 Oct 2007 7,442 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2007 7,442 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Pass 26 Sep 2006 6,038 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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DG53 CGO is a 2003 Vulcan Custom in Red with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 DG53 CGO, 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 DG53 CGO registered?

DG53 CGO is a 2003 Vulcan Custom, first registered on 21 October 2003.

Is DG53 CGO safe to buy?

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