Lexmoto Venom
MotorcycleFrom 686 MOT tests. Below average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
Pass rate by registration year
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are a transmission belt, chain, sprocket or pulley excessively loose or worn, a headlamp missing, inoperative or more than ½ not functioning in the case of led and a lamp missing or inoperative. The top issue, a transmission belt, chain, sprocket or pulley excessively loose or worn, caused 32 failures in 2024. If you need repairs before retesting, sites like BookMyGarage let you compare local prices.
| a transmission belt, chain, sprocket or pulley excessively loose or worn | 32 |
| a headlamp missing, inoperative or more than ½ not functioning in the case of led | 31 |
| a lamp missing or inoperative | 29 |
| the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements | 26 |
| reflector missing or reflecting white to the rear | 22 |
| significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake | 22 |
| a rear registration plate lamp or light source missing or inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps | 21 |
| a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely | 20 |
| stop lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 16 |
| a stop lamp(s) does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls or remains on when the brakes are released | 15 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. Only 9.4% of Venom failures are serious (safety or roadside), below the 44.4% average. When this car fails its MOT, it's more likely to be lights, wipers, or emissions than something dangerous. When it does fail, the average repair bill is around £37.
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2016 | 69.2% | a headlamp missing, inoperative or more than ½ not functioning in the case of led, the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements |
| 2015 | 69.1% | a rear registration plate lamp or light source missing or inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps, significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake |
Typical mileage
Half of all Venoms tested had between 4,447 and 10,736 miles on the clock. Relatively low mileage overall. Many are still fairly young.
At 6,616 median miles, the Venom has 0.496 failures per 10,000 miles driven.
Other Lexmoto models
| Lexmoto Lxr 125 Sy 125-10 | 68.1% |
| Lexmoto Echo 50 E4 | 71.5% |
| Lexmoto Milano | 76.9% |
| Lexmoto Michigan | 71.9% |
Common questions
What is the Lexmoto Venom MOT pass rate?
The Lexmoto Venom has a 67.2% MOT pass rate based on 686 real MOT tests. This is below the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Lexmoto Venom?
The most common MOT failure on the Lexmoto Venom is a transmission belt, chain, sprocket or pulley excessively loose or worn, which caused 32 failures. Other common issues include a headlamp missing, inoperative or more than ½ not functioning in the case of led.
What is the typical mileage of a Lexmoto Venom at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Lexmoto Venom is 6,616 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 4,447 and 10,736 miles.
MOT data from DVSA anonymised test results, 2024 test year. Fleet data from DfT vehicle licensing statistics. Crown copyright, OGL v3.0. MOT pass rates are statistical summaries of test outcomes, not assessments of individual vehicle safety or condition. Always inspect a vehicle and check its full MOT history before purchasing. See terms of use.