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YX06 EWU

2006 Vulcan Custom

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Oct 2017
Tests12 (6 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

18,643 mi
Last recorded18,643 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2016
Typical for 2006 Vulcan Custom6,677 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYX06 EWU
MakeVulcan
ModelCustom
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

6 pass 6 fail
Pass 28 Oct 2016 18,643 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2016 18,643 miles

Nearside Front Lower Motorcycle structure excessively corroded frame (6.1.1a)

Chain guard lightly rubbing insirecure (6.2.1c)

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Front Motorcycle structure slightly corroded mud gaurd (6.1.1a)

Fail 20 Jun 2016 18,643 miles

Footrest missing both sides (6.2.1a)

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on no low beam (1.1.3a)

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

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d) DANGEROUS

Drive chain worn to excess links seized (6.2.1e) DANGEROUS

Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated split (3.2.B3b) DANGEROUS

Front Brake locking device missing pin missing from brake master cylinder(loose on bars) (3.2.A1e) DANGEROUS

Handlebar deformed bar bent (2.1.1b) DANGEROUS

Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride front lower engine mount bolt missing (6.2.1h) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Fuel system component insecure tank mount broken (7.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake locking device missing rear brake arm (3.2.A1e) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pedal insecure (3.1.2a) DANGEROUS

Rear Locking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride nut missing rear sprocket (6.2.1h) DANGEROUS

Rear Locking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride nuts loose on rear sprocket (6.2.1h) DANGEROUS

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

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b) DANGEROUS

Throttle operating incorrectly can be twisted forward (6.2.1f) DANGEROUS

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 11 Aug 2015 18,643 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Fail 11 Aug 2015 18,643 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator insecure (1.5.3b)

Pass 15 Jul 2014 13,533 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Fail 10 Jul 2014 13,533 miles

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

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

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

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

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Pass 30 Jul 2013 8,347 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2012 6,701 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2012 6,701 miles

Centre Front Upper Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

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

Nearside Rear Lower Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Offside Front Lower Brake linkage slightly corroded (3.2.A1c)

rear brake not returning due to being siezed

Fail 24 Mar 2009 1,973 miles

Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Pass 24 Mar 2009 1,973 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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YX06 EWU is a 2006 Vulcan Custom in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 2006 Vulcan Custom models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.1% with a typical mileage of 6,677 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 YX06 EWU, 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 20 years old, this Vulcan Custom is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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YX06 EWU is a 2006 Vulcan Custom, first registered on 27 June 2006.

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