Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2018 Lexmoto Michigan?

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 Michigan?

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 Michigan?

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 Michigan vehicles have had dangerous defects recorded?

29% 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 Michigan reliable?

Based on MOT data from 132 vehicles, the 2018 Lexmoto Michigan has a first-time MOT pass rate of 78.8%, indicating generally reliable for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

What are common problems with the 2018 Lexmoto Michigan?

The most frequently recorded MOT issues on the 2018 Lexmoto Michigan are: Drive chain slightly loose (33.9% of vehicles), Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (26.6% of vehicles), Rear reflector missing (22.1% of vehicles). These figures are based on actual MOT test records — search a specific registration on CarHunch to see its individual history.

Do I need an HPI check when buying a 2018 Lexmoto Michigan?

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 (2018)

132 real MOT outcomes analysed • 78.8% first-time pass rate

2018 Lexmoto Michigan

CarHunch analysed 132 real MOT records for the 2018 Lexmoto Michigan. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.

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The 2018 Lexus Moto Michigan has a first-time pass rate of 78.8%, just slightly below the UK average of 80%, but the real concern is that 28.8% of vehicles have recorded a dangerous defect at some point—well above the acceptable threshold for a bike of this age and mileage. This suggests structural or safety issues that go beyond routine wear.

At a median mileage of 4,853 miles for a six-year-old machine, these bikes have been ridden gently, yet they're still averaging 0.89 failures and 3.4 advisories per test, indicating design or build-quality problems rather than neglect. Before buying, run a full pre-purchase inspection focused on the specific systems that have failed on other examples in this cohort, and consider walking away if you find evidence of previous crash damage or poor repair work.

We have limited data for the 2018 Lexmoto Michigan — treat the figures below as indicative rather than definitive.

⚠️ Over 1 in 5 of these cars 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

78.8%

UK average ~80%

Around average

Dangerous (ever)

28.8%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

0.89

Over 3.6 tests on record

Moderate

Typical mileage

Middle half: 2k–9k

For context

These stats describe 132 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.

What tends to go wrong

Based on 132 cars. % = share of cohort with at least one match (advisories + failures combined).

~1 in 3 Lighting

Drive chain slightly loose (33.9%) · Rear reflector missing (22.1%) · Headlamp aim too high (17.9%) · …

💡 Usually cheap to fix. Worth confirming all lights work before collecting.

~1 in 3 Other issues

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (26.6%) · Drive chain excessively loose (12.7%) · Clutch lever bent (8.7%)

~1 in 6 Suspension & steering

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (20.9%) · Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (18.6%) · Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (13.6%) · …

💡 Harder to spot without a ramp — this is a good reason to book a pre-purchase inspection.

~1 in 6 Exhaust & emissions

Exhaust noisy (20.2%)

~1 in 6 Tyre wear

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (16.9%)

💡 Budget for a full set — on a vehicle this age, tyres are expected consumables. A used-car inspection will confirm how much is left.

9.9% Brake wear

Front Brake binding but not excessively (9.9%)

💡 Ask the seller when brakes were last serviced. If they don't know, factor in the cost.

Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2018. Counts include advisories and failures.

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Before you buy a 2018 Lexmoto Michigan

Based on MOT data from 132 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 28.8% 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 →
📄 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 →

Mileage Distribution

Most 2018 Lexmoto Michigan 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.

4,853

typical

2,351

low mileage

8,986

high mileage

Half of all 2018 Lexmoto Michigan vehicles fall between 2,351 and 8,986 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 2,351 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.

✓ 2,351–8,986 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2018 Lexmoto Michigans sit.

⚠ Over 12,131 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 Michigan — Still on the Road

Numbers are thinning — 53% of 2018 Lexmoto Michigans are still active.

51 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 — 53% of the peak remain.

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

3.6

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

0.89

Avg failures per vehicle

3.4

Avg advisories per vehicle

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