Lexmoto Matador Zs 125 T 40 (2015)
2015 Lexmoto Matador Zs 125 T 40
CarHunch analysed 122 real MOT records for the 2015 Lexmoto Matador Zs 125 T 40. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
This 2015 Lexmoto Matador is a reliability disaster—just 2.8% of examples pass MOT first time, compared to the UK average of 80%, and the petrol version fares even worse at 2.4%. No vehicles in this cohort have ever recorded a dangerous defect, which is the only silver lining, but the overall pass rate suggests systematic problems rather than isolated faults.
With a median mileage of just 13,097 miles for nine-year-old bikes, these machines are being ridden very little, yet still failing MOT at extraordinary rates. The low failure count per vehicle (0.06) and advisory count (0.3) indicate the problems aren't numerous but rather consistently deal-breaking—suggesting fundamental design or build quality issues that recur across the fleet. If you're considering buying one, have an independent mechanic inspect it before purchase and factor in that you'll likely face expensive remedial work to get it through its next test.
What to check before buying a 2015 Lexmoto Matador Zs 125 T 40
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.
- 📄 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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Pass Rate by Fuel Type
| Fuel type | Vehicles | Pass rate | Avg failures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Petrol (99%) | 121 | 2.4% | 0.05 |
| Other (1%) | 1 | 50% | 1 |
Mileage Distribution
Most 2015 Lexmoto Matador Zs 125 T 40 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 2015 Lexmoto Matador Zs 125 T 40 vehicles fall between 1,675 and 13,097 miles.
MOT History Averages
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