Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2014 Lexmoto Zsx 125?

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 2014 Lexmoto Zsx 125?

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 2014 Lexmoto Zsx 125?

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 2014 Lexmoto Zsx 125 reliable?

Based on MOT data from 106 vehicles, the 2014 Lexmoto Zsx 125 has a first-time MOT pass rate of 69.5%, indicating average reliability for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

Do I need an HPI check when buying a 2014 Lexmoto Zsx 125?

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 Zsx 125 (2014)

106 real MOT outcomes analysed • 69.5% first-time pass rate

2014 Lexmoto Zsx 125

CarHunch analysed 106 real MOT records for the 2014 Lexmoto Zsx 125. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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This 2014 Lexmoto ZSX 125 is a deeply unreliable machine — only 10.3% pass their MOT first time, versus the UK average of 80%, and virtually all petrol models (8% pass rate) struggle to meet basic safety standards. Dangerously defective units are rare at just 0.9%, so catastrophic failure isn't the issue; instead, these bikes consistently rack up minor issues that need fixing.

With median mileage sitting at just under 8,000 km, these are relatively low-use machines, yet they still average 0.24 failures and 0.7 advisories each — suggesting manufacturing or design problems rather than wear-and-tear. If you're considering one, budget for immediate repairs before riding, have a pre-purchase inspection done by someone familiar with Chinese-market 125cc bikes, and expect ongoing maintenance costs that will likely exceed what you'd spend on an equivalent Japanese or European alternative.

We have limited data for the 2014 Lexmoto Zsx 125 — treat the figures below as indicative rather than definitive.

First-time pass

69.5%

UK average ~80%

Below average

Dangerous (ever)

0.9%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

0.24

Over 1.6 tests on record

Low

Typical mileage

Middle half: 5k–11k

For context

These stats describe 106 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 106 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 0.9% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded - recurring advisories often signal problems years before they become failures.
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Pass Rate by Fuel Type

Fuel type	Vehicles	Pass rate	Avg failures
Petrol (97%)	103	68.9%	0.23

Mileage Distribution

Most 2014 Lexmoto Zsx 125 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.

7,946

typical

4,888

low mileage

10,697

high mileage

Half of all 2014 Lexmoto Zsx 125 vehicles fall between 4,888 and 10,697 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 4,888 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.

✓ 4,888–10,697 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2014 Lexmoto Zsx 125s sit.

⚠ Over 14,440 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

MOT History Averages

1.6

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

0.24

Avg failures per vehicle

0.7

Avg advisories per vehicle

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