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

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 Aspire?

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 Aspire?

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 Aspire vehicles have had dangerous defects recorded?

48% 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 Aspire reliable?

Based on MOT data from 149 vehicles, the 2016 Lexmoto Aspire has a first-time MOT pass rate of 71.6%, 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 Aspire?

The most frequently recorded MOT issues on the 2016 Lexmoto Aspire are: Drive chain slightly loose (27.3% of vehicles), Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (26.3% of vehicles), Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (18% 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 Aspire?

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 Aspire (2016)

149 real MOT outcomes analysed • 71.6% first-time pass rate

2016 Lexmoto Aspire

CarHunch analysed 149 real MOT records for the 2016 Lexmoto Aspire. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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The 2016 Lexus Moto Aspire falls well short of the UK average with a 71.6% pass rate versus 80%, and nearly half of these vehicles (48.3%) have recorded a dangerous defect at some point—a significant buyer concern that suggests systemic reliability issues beyond minor wear. This is a bike that struggles to meet safety standards consistently.

With an average mileage of just 6,013 miles for an eight-year-old model, these are relatively low-mileage machines, yet they're still accumulating an average of 1.23 failures and 4.6 advisories per test, indicating the problems aren't simply wear-related. Before buying one, insist on a full service history and have a trusted mechanic inspect the brake system, electrics, and chassis components—the high dangerous defect rate suggests these are where corners were cut.

We have limited data for the 2016 Lexmoto Aspire — 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

71.6%

UK average ~80%

Below average

Dangerous (ever)

48.3%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

1.23

Over 4 tests on record

High

Typical mileage

Middle half: 2k–8k

For context

These stats describe 149 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 149 vehicles — figures show how many had each issue flagged at least once in their MOT history.

Lighting 27.3%

Drive chain slightly loose · Wheel alignment slightly misaligned · Front Valve stem slightly damaged · …

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

Other issues 26.3%

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive · Drive chain excessively loose · Rear Valve stem seriously damaged · …

Suspension & steering 18%

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy · Steering headbearing has excessive wear or free play · Steering headbearing has slight free play

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

Tyre wear 16.5%

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.

Exhaust & emissions 16.5%

Exhaust noisy · Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

Brake wear 11.3%

Rear Brake binding but not excessively

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

Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2016.

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Before you buy a 2016 Lexmoto Aspire

Based on MOT data from 149 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 48.3% 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 Aspire 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.

4,314

typical

2,107

low mileage

7,528

high mileage

Half of all 2016 Lexmoto Aspire vehicles fall between 2,107 and 7,528 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 2,107 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.

✓ 2,107–7,528 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2016 Lexmoto Aspires sit.

⚠ Over 10,162 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 Aspire — Still on the Road

Numbers are thinning — 33% of 2016 Lexmoto Aspires are still active.

Numbers are declining — 28 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 (33% 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

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

1.23

Avg failures per vehicle

4.6

Avg advisories per vehicle

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