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PO55 ELC

2005 Kawasaki VN1600

Blue Petrol 1552cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 May 2027
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

6,192 mi
Last recorded6,192 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2026
Typical for 2005 Kawasaki VN160015,876 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPO55 ELC
MakeKawasaki
ModelVN1600
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,552cc
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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 29 Apr 2026 6,192 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 17 May 2025 3,689 miles
Pass 21 May 2010 3,678 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2009 3,632 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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PO55 ELC is a 2005 Kawasaki VN1600 in Blue with a 1,552cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 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 PO55 ELC, 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 PO55 ELC registered?

PO55 ELC is a 2005 Kawasaki VN1600, first registered on 26 September 2005.

Is PO55 ELC safe to buy?

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