Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2017 Lexmoto Hunter 50 Td 50 Q?

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 2017 Lexmoto Hunter 50 Td 50 Q?

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 2017 Lexmoto Hunter 50 Td 50 Q?

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 2017 Lexmoto Hunter 50 Td 50 Q reliable?

Based on MOT data from 281 vehicles, the 2017 Lexmoto Hunter 50 Td 50 Q has a first-time MOT pass rate of 73.5%, 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 2017 Lexmoto Hunter 50 Td 50 Q?

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 Hunter 50 Td 50 Q (2017)

281 real MOT outcomes analysed • 73.5% first-time pass rate

2017 Lexmoto Hunter 50 Td 50 Q

CarHunch analysed 281 real MOT records for the 2017 Lexmoto Hunter 50 Td 50 Q. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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The 2017 Lexmoto Hunter 50 is unreliable by UK standards, with a first-time MOT pass rate of just 53.1% against the national average of 80%—nearly three in ten owners will face a failed test. Nearly one in five of these machines have recorded a dangerous defect during their MOT history, which is a genuine safety concern for a budget commuter bike.

At 6,850 miles median mileage, these bikes are running relatively low hours for their age, yet they're still averaging 0.85 failures and 2.3 advisories per vehicle, suggesting mechanical fragility rather than wear-and-tear issues. Before buying one secondhand, insist on a pre-purchase inspection that includes brake system, suspension, and electrical components—don't rely on a recent MOT pass to confirm roadworthiness.

We have limited data for the 2017 Lexmoto Hunter 50 Td 50 Q — treat the figures below as indicative rather than definitive.

⚠️ Around 1 in 8 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

73.5%

UK average ~80%

Below average

Dangerous (ever)

17.8%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

0.85

Over 3 tests on record

Moderate

Typical mileage

Middle half: 4k–11k

For context

These stats describe 281 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 281 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 17.8% 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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Pass Rate by Fuel Type

Fuel type	Vehicles	Pass rate	Avg failures
Petrol (99%)	278	73.4%	0.85

Colour Breakdown

Based on 378 Lexmoto Hunter 50 Td 50 Q vehicles registered in the UK — across all years. From DVLA registration records.

Black 58.5%

221

Red 41.5%

157

Mileage Distribution

Most 2017 Lexmoto Hunter 50 Td 50 Q 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.

6,850

typical

4,091

low mileage

10,506

high mileage

Half of all 2017 Lexmoto Hunter 50 Td 50 Q vehicles fall between 4,091 and 10,506 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 4,091 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.

✓ 4,091–10,506 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2017 Lexmoto Hunter 50 Td 50 Qs sit.

⚠ Over 14,183 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

2017 Lexmoto Hunter 50 Td 50 Q — Still on the Road

Numbers are thinning — 46% of 2017 Lexmoto Hunter 50 Td 50 Qs are still active.

Numbers are declining — 56 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 (46% of peak).

Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2020–2025.
* 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

0.85

Avg failures per vehicle

2.3

Avg advisories per vehicle

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