Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2022 Lexmoto Michigan 125?

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 2022 Lexmoto Michigan 125?

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 2022 Lexmoto Michigan 125?

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 2022 Lexmoto Michigan 125 reliable?

Based on MOT data from 353 vehicles, the 2022 Lexmoto Michigan 125 has a first-time MOT pass rate of 85.3%, 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 2022 Lexmoto Michigan 125?

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 Michigan 125 (2022)

353 real MOT outcomes analysed • 85.3% first-time pass rate

2022 Lexmoto Michigan 125

CarHunch analysed 353 real MOT records for the 2022 Lexmoto Michigan 125. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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Moderate sample. 353 vehicles on record. Figures are indicative — the specific vehicle's history matters more than these averages.

The 2022 Lexmoto Michigan 125 passes MOT on the first attempt just 44.5% of the time—well below the UK average of 80%—which suggests this budget Chinese-market 125cc bike has significant teething problems or quality control issues at this age. The 6.2% of vehicles that have recorded dangerous defects is manageable, but the overall pattern points to reliability concerns that outweigh the low asking price.

At around 4,100 miles median mileage for bikes now two years old, these machines are running light, so the poor pass rate isn't down to hard use or age-related wear. The 0.6 advisories per bike and 0.15 failures per bike average suggest recurring niggles rather than catastrophic breakdowns—think electrical gremlins, exhaust issues, or brake adjustments rather than engine failure. If you're considering one, budget for regular remedial work and factor in MOT failure costs before signing the paperwork.

The 2022 Lexmoto Michigan 125 passes its MOT first time more often than most UK vehicles (85.3% vs ~80% average) — and when it does fail, it's usually something minor and cheap to fix.

⚠️ Around 1 in 20 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

85.3%

UK average ~80%

Around average

Dangerous (ever)

6.2%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

0.15

Over 1.2 tests on record

Low

Typical mileage

Middle half: 2k–8k

For context

✅ Good baseline reliability. A 85.3% first-time pass rate puts this well above the UK average — it's a well-sorted vehicle in this age bracket.

🔍 The dangerous defect figure is real. Most are one-off tyre failures or brake issues — not structural problems. But it's exactly why checking the individual vehicle's history is essential, not optional.

These stats describe 353 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 353 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 6.2% 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 →
📄 Outstanding finance, insurance write-offs and clocking won't appear in the MOT records — a dedicated history check covers all of this. Our link gets you 20% off automatically. History Get 20% off via CarHunch

Colour Breakdown

Based on 1,254 Lexmoto Michigan 125 vehicles registered in the UK — across all years. From DVLA registration records.

Red 37.3%

468

Black 36.2%

454

Green 16.9%

212

Orange 6.4%

Grey 3.2%

Mileage Distribution

Most 2022 Lexmoto Michigan 125 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.

4,096

typical

2,085

low mileage

7,797

high mileage

Half of all 2022 Lexmoto Michigan 125 vehicles fall between 2,085 and 7,797 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 2,085 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.

✓ 2,085–7,797 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2022 Lexmoto Michigan 125s sit.

⚠ Over 10,525 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

MOT History Averages

1.2

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

0.15

Avg failures per vehicle

0.6

Avg advisories per vehicle

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