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HC54 HJU

2005 Kawasaki VN1600

Blue Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Mar 2027
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

40,122 mi
Last recorded40,122 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2026
Typical for 2005 Kawasaki VN160015,876 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHC54 HJU
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN1600
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc
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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 27 Feb 2026 40,122 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2025 38,340 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2024 38,328 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2023 38,127 miles

Rear tyre wall cracking

Pass 28 Jul 2022 37,141 miles

Rear tyre slight cracking around tyre wall

Pass 22 Jul 2021 35,522 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki VN1600?

Based on 5,422 MOT tests across 453 vehicles.

89.4%
Pass Rate
806
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
453
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 47
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 26
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 22
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 10
Headlamp aim too low 10
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HC54 HJU is a 2005 Kawasaki VN1600 in Blue with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2005 Kawasaki VN1600 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.4% with a typical mileage of 15,876 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Kawasaki VN1600 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 47 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HC54 HJU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki VN1600 typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 21 years old, this Kawasaki VN1600 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was HC54 HJU registered?

HC54 HJU is a 2005 Kawasaki VN1600, first registered on 31 December 2005.

Is HC54 HJU safe to buy?

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