Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2018 Lexmoto Falcon 125 Xgj 125 27b?

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 Falcon 125 Xgj 125 27b?

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 Falcon 125 Xgj 125 27b?

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 Falcon 125 Xgj 125 27b 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 Falcon 125 Xgj 125 27b reliable?

Based on MOT data from 110 vehicles, the 2018 Lexmoto Falcon 125 Xgj 125 27b has a first-time MOT pass rate of 65.3%, indicating average reliability for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

Do I need an HPI check when buying a 2018 Lexmoto Falcon 125 Xgj 125 27b?

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 Falcon 125 Xgj 125 27b (2018)

110 real MOT outcomes analysed • 65.3% first-time pass rate

2018 Lexmoto Falcon 125 Xgj 125 27b

CarHunch analysed 110 real MOT records for the 2018 Lexmoto Falcon 125 Xgj 125 27b. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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This 125cc bike has a first-time MOT pass rate of just 42%, well below the UK average of 80%, and over a quarter of the fleet (26.4%) has recorded dangerous defects—a serious red flag for buyers. The median score of 50 out of 100 reflects genuine reliability struggles with this model.

At an average mileage of 5,402 km for a six-year-old bike, these are lightly used machines, yet they're still racking up 0.75 failures and nearly 3 advisories per test on average. Before buying one, have a trusted mechanic inspect the brakes, lights, and fuel system closely—those are likely culprits given the dangerous defect prevalence.

We have limited data for the 2018 Lexmoto Falcon 125 Xgj 125 27b — 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

65.3%

UK average ~80%

Below average

Dangerous (ever)

26.4%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

0.75

Over 2.4 tests on record

Moderate

Typical mileage

Middle half: 3k–8k

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. 26.4% 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 Falcon 125 Xgj 125 27b 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.

4,986

typical

3,228

low mileage

7,629

high mileage

Half of all 2018 Lexmoto Falcon 125 Xgj 125 27b vehicles fall between 3,228 and 7,629 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 3,228 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.

✓ 3,228–7,629 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2018 Lexmoto Falcon 125 Xgj 125 27bs sit.

⚠ Over 10,299 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 Falcon 125 Xgj 125 27b — Still on the Road

Numbers are thinning — 43% of 2018 Lexmoto Falcon 125 Xgj 125 27bs are still active.

Numbers are declining — 18 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 (43% 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

2.4

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

0.75

Avg failures per vehicle

2.9

Avg advisories per vehicle

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