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

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 Xtr?

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 Xtr?

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 Xtr vehicles have had dangerous defects recorded?

33% 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 Xtr reliable?

Based on MOT data from 177 vehicles, the 2016 Lexmoto Xtr has a first-time MOT pass rate of 70.4%, 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 Xtr?

The most frequently recorded MOT issues on the 2016 Lexmoto Xtr are: COVID-19 6 MONTH EXTENSION (29.3% of vehicles), Exhaust noisy (21.8% of vehicles), Drive chain slightly loose (16% 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 Xtr?

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 Xtr (2016)

177 real MOT outcomes analysed • 70.4% first-time pass rate

2016 Lexmoto Xtr

CarHunch analysed 177 real MOT records for the 2016 Lexmoto Xtr. 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 XTR has a first-time pass rate of 70.4%, notably below the UK average of 80%, and a concerning 32.8% of vehicles have recorded at least one dangerous defect at some point—well above what you'd expect from a reliable bike. This suggests meaningful reliability challenges that should weigh heavily in your purchase decision.

With a median mileage of just 7,830 miles at MOT, these are relatively low-use machines, yet they're still accumulating an average of 1.15 failures and 5.2 advisories per test, pointing to build or durability issues rather than wear-and-tear problems. Before committing to one, ask the seller for a full MOT history and have an independent mechanic inspect the braking and suspension systems in particular, since dangerous defects are the clearest red flag here.

We have limited data for the 2016 Lexmoto Xtr — 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

70.4%

UK average ~80%

Below average

Dangerous (ever)

32.8%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

1.15

Over 3.4 tests on record

High

Typical mileage

Middle half: 4k–12k

For context

These stats describe 177 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 177 vehicles — figures show how many had each issue flagged at least once in their MOT history.

Other issues 29.3%

COVID-19 6 MONTH EXTENSION · Drive chain worn but not considered excessive

Exhaust & emissions 21.8%

Exhaust noisy

Lighting 16%

Drive chain slightly loose · Wheel alignment slightly misaligned · Rear Stop lamp not working

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

Tyre wear 14.9%

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.

Brake wear 13.8%

Front Brake binding but not excessively · Rear Brake excessively binding · Rear Brake binding but not excessively · …

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

Suspension & steering 13.5%

Steering headbearing has slight free play · Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil · Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil · …

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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Based on MOT data from 177 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 32.8% 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 →
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Mileage Distribution

Most 2016 Lexmoto Xtr 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.

7,830

typical

4,086

low mileage

11,861

high mileage

Half of all 2016 Lexmoto Xtr vehicles fall between 4,086 and 11,861 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 4,086 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.

✓ 4,086–11,861 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2016 Lexmoto Xtrs sit.

⚠ Over 16,012 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 Xtr — Still on the Road

Numbers are thinning — 24% of 2016 Lexmoto Xtrs are still active.

Numbers are declining — 22 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 (24% 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

3.4

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

1.15

Avg failures per vehicle

5.2

Avg advisories per vehicle

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