Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2018 Lexmoto Diablo?

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 2018 Lexmoto Diablo?

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 2018 Lexmoto Diablo?

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 2018 Lexmoto Diablo vehicles have had dangerous defects recorded?

26% 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 2018 Lexmoto Diablo reliable?

Based on MOT data from 110 vehicles, the 2018 Lexmoto Diablo has a first-time MOT pass rate of 81.7%, indicating generally reliable for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

What are common problems with the 2018 Lexmoto Diablo?

The most frequently recorded MOT issues on the 2018 Lexmoto Diablo are: Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (35.7% of vehicles), Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (24.4% of vehicles), Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (21.4% 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 2018 Lexmoto Diablo?

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 Diablo (2018)

110 real MOT outcomes analysed • 81.7% first-time pass rate

2018 Lexmoto Diablo

CarHunch analysed 110 real MOT records for the 2018 Lexmoto Diablo. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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The 2018 Lexus Moto Diablo passes its first MOT at 81.7%, marginally above the UK average of 80%, which suggests broadly reliable mechanicals—but the 25.4% of vehicles that have recorded dangerous defects is a genuine concern and warrants a thorough pre-purchase inspection. At just under 10,000 miles on average, these bikes are running low mileage for their age, which typically correlates with better condition, though the median score of 50 suggests a mixed picture across the cohort.

The average of 0.8 failures per vehicle is reassuring, but advisories average 3.1 per bike, pointing to routine wear items like tyres, chains, and brake pads rather than structural problems. If you're considering one, budget for consumables and get a full inspection report highlighting any of the one-in-four bikes that have flagged dangerous defects.

We have limited data for the 2018 Lexmoto Diablo — 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

81.7%

UK average ~80%

Around average

Dangerous (ever)

25.5%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

0.8

Over 3.3 tests on record

Moderate

Typical mileage

Middle half: 5k–12k

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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What tends to go wrong

Across 110 vehicles — figures show how many had each issue flagged at least once in their MOT history.

Suspension & steering 35.7%

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil · Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil · Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil · …

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

Tyre wear 21.4%

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit · Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm

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

Exhaust & emissions 20.5%

Exhaust noisy · Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

Brake wear 13.4%

Rear Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied · Front Brake binding but not excessively · Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort · …

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

Other issues 9.2%

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

📋 Check the full MOT history. 25.5% 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 →
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Mileage Distribution

Most 2018 Lexmoto Diablo 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.

7,551

typical

4,749

low mileage

12,056

high mileage

Half of all 2018 Lexmoto Diablo vehicles fall between 4,749 and 12,056 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 4,749 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.

✓ 4,749–12,056 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2018 Lexmoto Diablos sit.

⚠ Over 16,275 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

2018 Lexmoto Diablo — Still on the Road

Numbers are thinning — 38% of 2018 Lexmoto Diablos are still active.

Numbers are declining — 31 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 (38% of peak).

Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2021–2025.

MOT History Averages

3.3

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

0.8

Avg failures per vehicle

3.1

Avg advisories per vehicle

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