Lexmoto common problems and MOT failures
From 19,728 MOT tests in 2024, 21.6% of Lexmoto vehicles failed. Below are the most common reasons, ranked by how often they occur.
Top Lexmoto MOT failure reasons
| # | Problem | Occurrences |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely | 856 |
| 2 | headlamp missing, inoperative or more than ½ not functioning in the case of led | 562 |
| 3 | transmission belt, chain, sprocket or pulley excessively loose or worn | 523 |
| 4 | the aim of a headlamp is not within limits the requirements | 450 |
| 5 | significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake | 385 |
| 6 | tyre tread depth outside legal limits | 340 |
| 7 | stop lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 338 |
| 8 | reflector missing or reflecting white to the rear | 327 |
| 9 | rear registration plate lamp or light source missing or inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps | 283 |
| 10 | direction indicator lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 281 |
What this means if you're buying a Lexmoto
The single most common MOT failure for Lexmoto is shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely, accounting for 20% of all failure items.
These figures are from real MOT inspections — they show what testers actually find wrong with Lexmoto vehicles. If you're viewing a used Lexmoto, it's worth checking these areas specifically.
Buying a specific Lexmoto? Check the individual vehicle's MOT history for free on GOV.UK to see its actual test results, advisories, and mileage readings.
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