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YX04 HNL

2004 Vulcan Custom

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Apr 2019
Tests9 (4 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate44.4%

Mileage

13,278 mi
Last recorded13,278 miles
Recorded on5 Apr 2018
Typical for 2004 Vulcan Custom6,980 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYX04 HNL
MakeVulcan
ModelCustom
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc
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MOT History

4 pass 5 fail
Pass 5 Apr 2018 13,278 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. forks (2.3.1)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Fail 5 Apr 2018 13,278 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Brake lever cannot be applied smoothly (3.1.3d)

Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. forks (2.3.1)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Fail 29 Nov 2013 13,247 miles

Floor brake test No brake control achieves an efficiency of 30%. (3.3.C1a)

Rear wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.4.A.2b)

Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Fail 2 May 2013 13,220 miles

Front Brake lever is so short and the brake cannot be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Nearside Motorcycle structure excessively corroded (6.1.1a)

Rear Motorcycle structure excessively corroded (6.1.1a)

Front Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 9 May 2012 11,951 miles

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Fail 9 May 2012 11,951 miles

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Rear Brake locking device missing (3.2.A1e)

Pass 27 Aug 2010 11,570 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 27 Aug 2010 11,570 miles

Rear Brake reaction bracket securing bolt(s) loose (3.2.A1j)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 19 Jul 2007 10,249 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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YX04 HNL is a 2004 Vulcan Custom in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 44.4%.

Across all 2004 Vulcan Custom models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.2% with a typical mileage of 6,980 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 YX04 HNL, 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 22 years old, this Vulcan Custom is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was YX04 HNL registered?

YX04 HNL is a 2004 Vulcan Custom, first registered on 21 May 2004.

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