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

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 Valiant?

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 Valiant?

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 Valiant vehicles have had dangerous defects recorded?

26% 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 Valiant reliable?

Based on MOT data from 171 vehicles, the 2016 Lexmoto Valiant has a first-time MOT pass rate of 74.7%, 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 Valiant?

The most frequently recorded MOT issues on the 2016 Lexmoto Valiant are: Drive chain slightly loose (22.9% of vehicles), Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (20.8% of vehicles), Headlamp aim too low (16.3% 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 Valiant?

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 Valiant (2016)

171 real MOT outcomes analysed • 74.7% first-time pass rate

2016 Lexmoto Valiant

CarHunch analysed 171 real MOT records for the 2016 Lexmoto Valiant. 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 Lexmoto Valiant has a first-time MOT pass rate of 74.7%, which sits noticeably below the UK average of 80%, and a concerning 25.7% of vehicles in this cohort have recorded a dangerous defect at some point—well above acceptable thresholds for a buyer. This combination suggests reliability issues that go beyond minor wear and tear.

With a median mileage of just 5,424 miles for an eight-year-old machine, these Valiants are lightly used, yet they're still averaging 1.15 failures and 3.3 advisories per test, indicating mechanical or build quality problems rather than age-related deterioration. Before purchasing, have a pre-buy inspection focus on the braking system and structural integrity, given the dangerous defect rate, and budget for remedial work.

We have limited data for the 2016 Lexmoto Valiant — 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

74.7%

UK average ~80%

Below average

Dangerous (ever)

25.7%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

1.15

Over 4 tests on record

High

Typical mileage

Middle half: 3k–9k

For context

These stats describe 171 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 171 vehicles — figures show how many had each issue flagged at least once in their MOT history.

Lighting 22.9%

Drive chain slightly loose · Headlamp aim too low · Headlamp not working on dipped beam · …

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

Brake wear 20.8%

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort · Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%

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

Tyre wear 15.9%

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit · Front 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.

Other issues 13.1%

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive · Chain guard missing · COVID-19 6 MONTH EXTENSION · …

Suspension & steering 10.2%

Steering headbearing has slight free play · Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy

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

Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2016.

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Before you buy a 2016 Lexmoto Valiant

Based on MOT data from 171 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 25.7% 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 Valiant 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.

5,424

typical

2,632

low mileage

8,887

high mileage

Half of all 2016 Lexmoto Valiant vehicles fall between 2,632 and 8,887 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 2,632 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.

✓ 2,632–8,887 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2016 Lexmoto Valiants sit.

⚠ Over 11,997 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 Valiant — Still on the Road

Numbers are thinning — 51% of 2016 Lexmoto Valiants are still active.

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

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

1.15

Avg failures per vehicle

3.3

Avg advisories per vehicle

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