Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2014 Lexmoto Arrow?

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 2014 Lexmoto Arrow?

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 2014 Lexmoto Arrow?

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 2014 Lexmoto Arrow vehicles have had dangerous defects recorded?

32% 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 2014 Lexmoto Arrow reliable?

Based on MOT data from 288 vehicles, the 2014 Lexmoto Arrow has a first-time MOT pass rate of 73.4%, indicating generally reliable for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

What are common problems with the 2014 Lexmoto Arrow?

The most frequently recorded MOT issues on the 2014 Lexmoto Arrow are: Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (24.1% of vehicles), Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (23.1% of vehicles), Drive chain slightly loose (22.4% 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 2014 Lexmoto Arrow?

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.

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Lexmoto Arrow (2014)

288 real MOT outcomes analysed • 73.4% first-time pass rate

2014 Lexmoto Arrow

CarHunch analysed 288 real MOT records for the 2014 Lexmoto Arrow. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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The 2014 Lexmoto Arrow has a first-time MOT pass rate of 73.4%, which sits below the UK average of 80% and suggests this model is less reliable than typical. A significant concern is that 31.9% of these bikes have recorded dangerous defects at some point, well above what you'd expect, making this a serious buyer consideration.

These vehicles average just under 10,000 miles, which is relatively low for a decade-old machine, yet they're still accumulating an average of 1.18 failures and 3.9 advisories per test—indicating genuine wear and maintenance issues rather than simply high mileage. Before purchasing, budget for repairs and request full service history; the combination of below-average reliability and a high dangerous defect rate means thorough pre-purchase inspection by a qualified mechanic is essential.

We have limited data for the 2014 Lexmoto Arrow — 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

73.4%

UK average ~80%

Below average

Dangerous (ever)

31.9%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

1.18

Over 3.8 tests on record

High

Typical mileage

Middle half: 5k–12k

For context

These stats describe 288 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.

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What tends to go wrong

Across 288 vehicles — figures show how many had each issue flagged at least once in their MOT history.

Tyre wear 24.1%

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit · Front 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.

Other issues 23.1%

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive · Drive chain excessively loose · Drive chain worn to excess

Lighting 22.4%

Drive chain slightly loose · Rear Position lamp not working · All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute · …

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

Brake wear 8%

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit

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

Suspension & steering 6.9%

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy

Harder to spot without a ramp — this is a good reason to book a pre-purchase inspection.

Exhaust & emissions 6.4%

Exhaust noisy

Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2014.

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Before you buy a 2014 Lexmoto Arrow

Based on MOT data from 288 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 31.9% 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

Colour Breakdown

Based on 639 Lexmoto Arrow vehicles registered in the UK — across all years. From DVLA registration records.

Black 64.6%

413

Blue 35.4%

226

Mileage Distribution

Most 2014 Lexmoto Arrow 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.

8,079

typical

4,538

low mileage

12,420

high mileage

Half of all 2014 Lexmoto Arrow vehicles fall between 4,538 and 12,420 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 4,538 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.

✓ 4,538–12,420 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2014 Lexmoto Arrows sit.

⚠ Over 16,767 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

2014 Lexmoto Arrow — Still on the Road

Numbers are thinning — 14% of 2014 Lexmoto Arrows are still active.

Numbers are declining — 24 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 (14% of peak).

Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2017–2025.
* 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

3.8

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

1.18

Avg failures per vehicle

3.9

Avg advisories per vehicle

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