Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2016 Lexmoto Arizona?

Yes. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. A full MOT history analysis will highlight patterns that a single test result won't reveal.

What corrosion should I look for when inspecting a 2016 Lexmoto Arizona?

Check brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that is expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.

How are tyres and brakes typically on a 2016 Lexmoto Arizona?

Tyres and brakes are the most common advisory items on vehicles of this age. Budget for replacement if they are near the limit, and factor this into your offer price.

How many 2016 Lexmoto Arizona vehicles have had dangerous defects recorded?

31% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded. Search the registration on CarHunch — the full MOT history will show exactly what was flagged and whether it was resolved.

Is the 2016 Lexmoto Arizona reliable?

Based on MOT data from 154 vehicles, the 2016 Lexmoto Arizona has a first-time MOT pass rate of 74.3%, indicating generally reliable for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

What are common problems with the 2016 Lexmoto Arizona?

The most frequently recorded MOT issues on the 2016 Lexmoto Arizona are: Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (30.5% of vehicles), Drive chain slightly loose (20.6% of vehicles), Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (18.3% of vehicles). These figures are based on actual MOT test records — search a specific registration on CarHunch to see its individual history.

Do I need an HPI check when buying a 2016 Lexmoto Arizona?

Yes. The MOT history will not show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status. An HPI check covers these areas and should be part of any used car purchase.

CarHunch

Get Started

Lexmoto Arizona (2016)

154 real MOT outcomes analysed • 74.3% first-time pass rate

2016 Lexmoto Arizona

CarHunch analysed 154 real MOT records for the 2016 Lexmoto Arizona. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
Which year to buy? →

On this page

AI Analysis Reliability Overview Common Issues Check a Specific Reg Buyer's Checklist Mileage Distribution Still on the Road MOT Averages Compare Models

The 2016 Lexus Moto Arizona has a first-time MOT pass rate of 74.3%, which sits notably below the UK average of 80%, signalling below-average reliability for the cohort. More concerning, 30.5% of these vehicles have recorded a dangerous defect at some point, which is significantly higher than typical and should be a red flag for prospective buyers.

With a median mileage of 8,882 miles for an eight-year-old bike, these Arizonas are lightly used overall, yet still average 1.16 failures and 3.0 advisories per test, suggesting inherent build or design weaknesses rather than wear-related issues. Before purchasing, have a pre-sale inspection focus on the specific failure patterns in this cohort—the low mileage means defects are likely to be mechanical or design faults that will recur, not just maintenance oversights.

We have limited data for the 2016 Lexmoto Arizona — treat the figures below as indicative rather than definitive.

⚠️ Over 1 in 5 of these vehicles have had a dangerous MOT failure at some point — usually tyres or brakes, and often a one-off issue rather than a persistent problem. The group stats won't tell you which one you're looking at.

First-time pass

74.3%

UK average ~80%

Below average

Dangerous (ever)

30.5%

At least once in MOT history

Check this vehicle

Avg failures / car

1.16

Over 4.1 tests on record

High

Typical mileage

Middle half: 4k–13k

For context

These stats describe 154 vehicles as a group. The specific vehicle you're looking at could be the one good example or the one outlier. Run its registration to find out.

Buyer beware — pass it on

What tends to go wrong

Across 154 vehicles — figures show how many had each issue flagged at least once in their MOT history.

Tyre wear 30.5%

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit

Budget for a full set — on a vehicle this age, tyres are expected consumables. An inspection will confirm how much is left.

Lighting 20.6%

Drive chain slightly loose · Rear Stop lamp not working · Rear Position lamp not working · …

Usually cheap to fix. Worth confirming all lights work before collecting.

Other issues 18.3%

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive · Handlebar deformed but serviceable · Drive chain excessively loose

Brake wear 16%

Front Brake binding but not excessively · Front Brake excessively binding · Front Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake

Ask the seller when brakes were last serviced. If they don't know, factor in the cost.

Exhaust & emissions 8.4%

Exhaust noisy · Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2016.

See this vehicle's full MOT history & AI hunches

Spot recurring advisories, hidden issues, and how it compares to 154 Lexmoto Arizona cars.

Before you buy a 2016 Lexmoto Arizona

Based on MOT data from 154 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 30.5% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded - recurring advisories often signal problems years before they become failures.
Search the reg on CarHunch for the full MOT history, reliability stats and a free AI-powered analysis of that exact vehicle.
🔍 Brake pipes, sills and subframes are the key areas on a vehicle this age — structural rust is hard to spot without getting underneath. A mechanic will check all of this before you commit, and give you a concrete basis to negotiate on price. Inspection →
📄 Outstanding finance, insurance write-offs and clocking won't appear in the MOT records — a dedicated history check covers all of this. Our link gets you 20% off automatically. History Get 20% off via CarHunch

Mileage Distribution

Most 2016 Lexmoto Arizona vehicles sit in the blue band. If the vehicle you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.

8,882

typical

3,790

low mileage

13,450

high mileage

Half of all 2016 Lexmoto Arizona vehicles fall between 3,790 and 13,450 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 3,790 miles — lower than most. Could be great, or could be a vehicle that rarely moved. Check test frequency and mileage progression in the MOT history.

✓ 3,790–13,450 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2016 Lexmoto Arizonas sit.

⚠ Over 18,157 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

2016 Lexmoto Arizona — Still on the Road

Numbers are thinning — 37% of 2016 Lexmoto Arizonas are still active.

Numbers are declining — 38 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 (37% of peak).

Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2019–2025.
* The 2020 dip reflects the government's COVID-19 MOT exemption, which allowed certificates to be extended by six months — fewer tests were conducted that year.

MOT History Averages

4.1

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

1.16

Avg failures per vehicle

Avg advisories per vehicle

Other model years — Lexmoto Arizona: All Arizona years → Which year to buy? →

2014 2015

Or browse all models: Lexmoto →

Compare with another model

See how the 2016 Lexmoto Arizona stacks up against a rival.

Buyer beware — pass it on