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VX53 NRV

2003 Vulcan Custom

Silver Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jun 2026
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

9,151 mi
Last recorded9,151 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2025
Typical for 2003 Vulcan Custom6,715 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVX53 NRV
MakeVulcan
ModelCustom
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Jun 2025 9,151 miles

No lights fitted at the time of test

Pass 1 Sep 2023 8,974 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 31 Aug 2023 8,974 miles

Rear Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 5 Jan 2019

Central Front Lower Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Central Rear Lower Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Central Rear Lower Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Central Rear Lower Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 21 Dec 2015 2,617 miles
Pass 26 May 2010 2,337 miles
Fail 9 May 2008 1,930 miles

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

Pass 9 May 2008 1,930 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2007 1,202 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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VX53 NRV is a 2003 Vulcan Custom in Silver with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 VX53 NRV, 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 VX53 NRV registered?

VX53 NRV is a 2003 Vulcan Custom, first registered on 19 December 2003.

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