Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2016 Lexmoto Scout?

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 2016 Lexmoto Scout?

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 2016 Lexmoto Scout?

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 2016 Lexmoto Scout vehicles have had dangerous defects recorded?

20% 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 2016 Lexmoto Scout reliable?

Based on MOT data from 145 vehicles, the 2016 Lexmoto Scout has a first-time MOT pass rate of 77.1%, indicating generally reliable for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

What are common problems with the 2016 Lexmoto Scout?

The most frequently recorded MOT issues on the 2016 Lexmoto Scout are: Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (28.1% of vehicles), Steering headbearing has slight free play (27.2% of vehicles), Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (18.4% 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 2016 Lexmoto Scout?

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 Scout (2016)

145 real MOT outcomes analysed • 77.1% first-time pass rate

2016 Lexmoto Scout

CarHunch analysed 145 real MOT records for the 2016 Lexmoto Scout. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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The 2016 Lexus Scout passes its MOT on the first attempt 77% of the time, slightly below the UK average of 80%, which suggests middling reliability for its age. One in five vehicles have recorded a dangerous defect at some point, putting it in the riskier category for buyers concerned about safety-critical failures.

These scouts are running at just under 5,000 miles on average—very low for an eight-year-old vehicle—which explains the modest failure rate of 0.81 per car; the light use means issues haven't had time to compound yet. With nearly three advisories per vehicle already logged, expect maintenance costs to climb as mileage accumulates, so budget for repairs when considering a used example.

We have limited data for the 2016 Lexmoto Scout — treat the figures below as indicative rather than definitive.

⚠️ Over 1 in 5 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

77.1%

UK average ~80%

Around average

Dangerous (ever)

20%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

0.81

Over 3 tests on record

Moderate

Typical mileage

Middle half: 3k–7k

For context

These stats describe 145 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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What tends to go wrong

Across 145 vehicles — figures show how many had each issue flagged at least once in their MOT history.

Tyre wear 28.1%

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit

Budget for a full set — on a vehicle this age, tyres are expected consumables. An inspection will confirm how much is left.

Suspension & steering 27.2%

Steering headbearing has slight free play · Steering headbearing has excessive wear or free play

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

Brake wear 18.4%

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort · Front Brake binding but not excessively · Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit · …

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

Lighting 17.5%

All direction indicators slightly discoloured · Headlamp not working on dipped beam · Front Valve stem slightly damaged · …

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

Other issues 7%

Front Valve stem seriously damaged · Rear Valve stem seriously damaged

Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2016.

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Before you buy a 2016 Lexmoto Scout

Based on MOT data from 145 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 20% 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 2016 Lexmoto Scout 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.

4,569

typical

2,803

low mileage

6,755

high mileage

Half of all 2016 Lexmoto Scout vehicles fall between 2,803 and 6,755 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 2,803 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.

✓ 2,803–6,755 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2016 Lexmoto Scouts sit.

⚠ Over 9,119 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

2016 Lexmoto Scout — Still on the Road

Numbers are thinning — 16% of 2016 Lexmoto Scouts are still active.

Numbers are declining — 16 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 2019–2025.
* 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

0.81

Avg failures per vehicle

2.6

Avg advisories per vehicle

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