Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2019 Lexmoto Tempest 125 Lj 125 9a?

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 2019 Lexmoto Tempest 125 Lj 125 9a?

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 2019 Lexmoto Tempest 125 Lj 125 9a?

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 2019 Lexmoto Tempest 125 Lj 125 9a reliable?

Based on MOT data from 114 vehicles, the 2019 Lexmoto Tempest 125 Lj 125 9a has a first-time MOT pass rate of 78.1%, 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 2019 Lexmoto Tempest 125 Lj 125 9a?

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 Tempest 125 Lj 125 9a (2019)

114 real MOT outcomes analysed • 78.1% first-time pass rate

2019 Lexmoto Tempest 125 Lj 125 9a

CarHunch analysed 114 real MOT records for the 2019 Lexmoto Tempest 125 Lj 125 9a. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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The 2019 Lexmoto Tempest 125 has a first-time MOT pass rate of just 58.1%, well below the UK average of 80%, which signals reliability concerns for this budget commuter bike. With 13.2% of vehicles showing dangerous defects at some point, buyers should factor in higher maintenance costs and closer pre-purchase inspection than you'd expect for a five-year-old machine.

These bikes are running relatively low mileage for their age (median 4,283 miles), yet averaging 0.68 failures and 2.6 advisories per test, suggesting design or build-quality issues rather than wear and tear. Before purchasing one, have an independent mechanic run a full MOT-style check, particularly on braking and lighting systems where the dangerous defect rate flags real safety risks.

We have limited data for the 2019 Lexmoto Tempest 125 Lj 125 9a — 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

78.1%

UK average ~80%

Around average

Dangerous (ever)

13.2%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

0.68

Over 2.8 tests on record

Moderate

Typical mileage

Middle half: 3k–8k

For context

These stats describe 114 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 114 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 13.2% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded - recurring advisories often signal problems years before they become failures.
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🔍 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 (98%)	112	78.4%	0.68

Mileage Distribution

Most 2019 Lexmoto Tempest 125 Lj 125 9a 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.

4,283

typical

2,586

low mileage

8,122

high mileage

Half of all 2019 Lexmoto Tempest 125 Lj 125 9a vehicles fall between 2,586 and 8,122 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 2,586 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.

✓ 2,586–8,122 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2019 Lexmoto Tempest 125 Lj 125 9as sit.

⚠ Over 10,964 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

2019 Lexmoto Tempest 125 Lj 125 9a — Still on the Road

Numbers are thinning — 58% of 2019 Lexmoto Tempest 125 Lj 125 9as are still active.

40 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 — 58% of the peak remain.

Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2022–2025.

MOT History Averages

2.8

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

0.68

Avg failures per vehicle

2.6

Avg advisories per vehicle

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