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LYX 452X

1982 Kawasaki Z440

Blue Petrol 443cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Jun 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

33,822 mi
Last recorded33,822 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2026
Typical for 1982 Kawasaki Z44026,696 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLYX 452X
MakeKawasaki
ModelZ440
Year1982
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine443cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2026 33,822 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2023 31,804 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2021 31,398 miles

Rear Tyre both side walls perished.

Pass 17 Jun 2020 30,628 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2019 29,285 miles

gear lever slightly loose

Pass 7 Apr 2018 28,858 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2017 28,042 miles
Pass 6 May 2016 27,520 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2015 27,383 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2013 26,813 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2012 26,057 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2011 25,716 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Handle bar grips worn

Pass 18 Aug 2010 25,218 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2010 25,218 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 16 Sep 2009 24,284 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2008 23,126 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Fuel cap seal not very good

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

Pass 2 Nov 2006 22,126 miles

How Reliable is the Kawasaki Z440?

Based on 905 MOT tests across 149 vehicles.

84.1%
Pass Rate
302
Miles/Year
45
Year Lifespan
149
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 16
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 9
reflector on motorcycle missing 7
Drive chain excessively loose 7
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 6
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LYX 452X is a 1982 Kawasaki Z440 in Blue with a 443cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

Across all 1982 Kawasaki Z440 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.5% with a typical mileage of 26,696 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Kawasaki Z440 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 16 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LYX 452X, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki Z440 typically stays on UK roads for around 45 years. At 44 years old, this Kawasaki Z440 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LYX 452X registered?

LYX 452X is a 1982 Kawasaki Z440, first registered on 1 April 1982.

Is LYX 452X safe to buy?

The MOT history for LYX 452X shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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