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KX03 SYP

2003 Vulcan Custom

Red Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Sep 2010
Tests5 (2 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate40%

Mileage

11,701 mi
Last recorded11,701 miles
Recorded on17 Aug 2009
Typical for 2003 Vulcan Custom6,715 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKX03 SYP
MakeVulcan
ModelCustom
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

2 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Aug 2009 11,701 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2009 11,694 miles

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

Front Brake hose leaking fluid (3.2.B4)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Nearside Front Direction indicator insecure (1.5.3b)

Fuel hose leaking (7.2.1a) DANGEROUS

Fail 8 Aug 2009 11,615 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Nearside Front Direction indicator insecure (1.5.3b)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator insecure (1.5.3b)

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

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d) DANGEROUS

Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c) DANGEROUS

Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.2.B3b) DANGEROUS

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b) DANGEROUS

Fuel tank leaking (7.2.1a) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a) DANGEROUS

Rear Seat insecure (6.2.1a) DANGEROUS

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

Rear wheel rotation likely to be impeded (6.2.1b) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 9 Sep 2008 8,785 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2008 8,779 miles

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

Fuel cap does not fasten securely by a positive means (7.2.2b)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

dip and main beam are the wrong way around

gear change is insecure

rear brake torque arm bolt is fitted the wrong way round

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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KX03 SYP is a 2003 Vulcan Custom in Red with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 40%.

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 KX03 SYP, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was KX03 SYP registered?

KX03 SYP is a 2003 Vulcan Custom, first registered on 13 June 2003.

Is KX03 SYP safe to buy?

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