Lexmoto Viper Sk 125-22A
MotorcycleFrom 365 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 shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely, significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake and the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements. The top issue, a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely, caused 17 failures in 2024. If you need repairs before retesting, sites like BookMyGarage let you compare local prices.
| a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely | 17 |
| significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake | 15 |
| the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements | 14 |
| a transmission belt, chain, sprocket or pulley excessively loose or worn | 14 |
| reflector missing or reflecting white to the rear | 13 |
| a transmission belt, chain, sprocket or pulley so loose or worn it is likely to fail | 11 |
| a rear registration plate lamp or light source missing or inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps | 11 |
| brake disc or drum excessively weakened, insecure or fractured | 8 |
| brake disc or drum significantly and obviously worn | 7 |
| stop lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 7 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. Only 18.8% of Viper Sk 125-22A 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 £61.
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2019 | 71.9% | a transmission belt, chain, sprocket or pulley excessively loose or worn, a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely |
| 2018 | 62.4% | brake disc or drum significantly and obviously worn, significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake |
Typical mileage
Half of all Viper Sk 125-22As tested had between 4,843 and 12,127 miles on the clock. Relatively low mileage overall. Many are still fairly young.
At 9,345 median miles, the Viper Sk 125-22A has 0.366 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 Viper Sk 125-22A MOT pass rate?
The Lexmoto Viper Sk 125-22A has a 65.8% MOT pass rate based on 365 real MOT tests. This is below the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Lexmoto Viper Sk 125-22A?
The most common MOT failure on the Lexmoto Viper Sk 125-22A is a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely, which caused 17 failures. Other common issues include significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake.
What is the typical mileage of a Lexmoto Viper Sk 125-22A at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Lexmoto Viper Sk 125-22A is 9,345 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 4,843 and 12,127 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.