Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2013 Lexmoto Dfe 125 8a Street?

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 2013 Lexmoto Dfe 125 8a Street?

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 2013 Lexmoto Dfe 125 8a Street?

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.

Is the 2013 Lexmoto Dfe 125 8a Street reliable?

Based on MOT data from 110 vehicles, the 2013 Lexmoto Dfe 125 8a Street has a first-time MOT pass rate of 76.5%, indicating generally reliable for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

Do I need an HPI check when buying a 2013 Lexmoto Dfe 125 8a Street?

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 Dfe 125 8a Street (2013)

110 real MOT outcomes analysed • 76.5% first-time pass rate

2013 Lexmoto Dfe 125 8a Street

CarHunch analysed 110 real MOT records for the 2013 Lexmoto Dfe 125 8a Street. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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This 2013 Lexmoto is a serious reliability gamble: only 36% pass first time against the UK average of 80%, meaning two-thirds of these bikes fail their MOT on the first attempt. The good news is that dangerous defects are rare at 4.5%, so failures tend to be fixable rather than safety-critical.

The median mileage of just 5,337 suggests these machines aren't heavily ridden, yet they're still racking up an average of 1.8 advisories per bike—minor wear issues that pile up quickly. If you're considering one, budget for repairs at MOT time and factor in a pre-purchase inspection by a qualified mechanic, because the pass rate makes it clear these bikes need careful maintenance to stay roadworthy.

We have limited data for the 2013 Lexmoto Dfe 125 8a Street — treat the figures below as indicative rather than definitive.

First-time pass

76.5%

UK average ~80%

Around average

Dangerous (ever)

4.6%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

0.41

Over 2.1 tests on record

Low

Typical mileage

Middle half: 3k–9k

For context

These stats describe 110 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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Based on MOT data from 110 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 4.6% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded - recurring advisories often signal problems years before they become failures.
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🔍 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 →
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Mileage Distribution

Most 2013 Lexmoto Dfe 125 8a Street 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.

5,337

typical

2,528

low mileage

9,252

high mileage

Half of all 2013 Lexmoto Dfe 125 8a Street vehicles fall between 2,528 and 9,252 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 2,528 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.

✓ 2,528–9,252 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2013 Lexmoto Dfe 125 8a Streets sit.

⚠ Over 12,490 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

2013 Lexmoto Dfe 125 8a Street — Still on the Road

Numbers are thinning — 24% of 2013 Lexmoto Dfe 125 8a Streets are still active.

Numbers are declining — 12 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2019 (24% of peak).

Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2016–2019.

MOT History Averages

2.1

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

0.41

Avg failures per vehicle

1.8

Avg advisories per vehicle

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