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LK03 WMZ

2003 Vulcan Custom

Red Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Nov 2019
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

6,168 mi
Last recorded6,168 miles
Recorded on5 Nov 2018
Typical for 2003 Vulcan Custom6,715 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLK03 WMZ
MakeVulcan
ModelCustom
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Nov 2018 6,168 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 27 Oct 2018 6,168 miles

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

Floor brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Fuel tank leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Throttle control functioning such that safe operation of the motorcycle is adversely affected (6.2.7 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 11 Sep 2006 4,270 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2006 4,263 miles

Front Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

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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LK03 WMZ is a 2003 Vulcan Custom in Red with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 LK03 WMZ, 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 LK03 WMZ registered?

LK03 WMZ is a 2003 Vulcan Custom, first registered on 1 May 2003.

Is LK03 WMZ safe to buy?

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