Lexmoto Fmr (2016)
2016 Lexmoto Fmr
CarHunch analysed 849 real MOT records for the 2016 Lexmoto Fmr. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
The 2016 Lexmoto FMR falls short of the UK average with a 75.9% first-time pass rate against the national 80%, and this is a genuine red flag for buyers: one in three of these bikes have recorded a dangerous defect at some point, well above acceptable levels. Reliability is noticeably below par for a vehicle of this age and mileage profile.
These machines show relatively low mileage (median 8,532 miles) for an eight-year-old model, suggesting light use or short ownership periods, yet they're still racking up nearly a failure per test and 3.3 advisories on average. The high dangerous defect rate combined with frequent failures points to systemic issues—likely suspension, braking, or structural—rather than wear-and-tear surprises. Before buying one, get a pre-purchase inspection from a mechanic familiar with Chinese-market bikes, and budget for immediate remedial work.
What to check before buying a 2016 Lexmoto Fmr
Practical pre-purchase checks for this age and model.
- 📋 Check the full MOT history. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. Enter the reg below for a full AI analysis.
- 🔍 Inspect for corrosion in person. Brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that's expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.
- 🛞 Check tyres and brakes. The most common advisory items at this age. Budget for replacement if they're near the limit — factor this into your offer price.
- ⚠️ 33.5% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded. Enter the reg below — the full MOT history will show exactly what was flagged and whether it was resolved.
- 📄 Run an HPI check. The MOT history won't show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status — an HPI check will.
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Mileage Distribution
Most 2016 Lexmoto Fmr vehicles sit in the blue band. If the car you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.
Half of all 2016 Lexmoto Fmr vehicles fall between 5,091 and 12,709 miles.
2016 Lexmoto Fmr — Still on the Road
Numbers are declining — 87 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 (16% of peak).
Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2018–2025.
MOT History Averages
Most Common MOT Issues — 2016 Lexmoto Fmr
Based on actual MOT test records for this model. Percentage shows how often each item appears across all vehicles in this cohort.
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28%
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit
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13.3%
Steering headbearing has excessive wear or free play
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12.9%
Steering headbearing has slight free play
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11.9%
Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy
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11.1%
Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil
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10.8%
Exhaust noisy
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10.2%
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit
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10.2%
Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil
Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2016. Counts include advisories and failures.
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