Lexmoto Zsx (2018)
2018 Lexmoto Zsx
CarHunch analysed 181 real MOT records for the 2018 Lexmoto Zsx. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
The 2018 Lexus ZSX falls short of the UK average with a 73.9% first-time pass rate versus the national 80%, and that gap widens when you consider that nearly a third of these vehicles (32%) have recorded a dangerous defect at some point—a significant buyer concern. This suggests the model has genuine reliability weak points that go beyond minor wear.
At just over 6,500 miles median mileage, these bikes are lightly used for their age, yet they're still averaging 1.15 failures and 5.2 advisories per test, indicating systemic issues rather than age-related deterioration. Before buying, get a pre-purchase inspection focused on braking systems and electrics—the advisory count suggests recurring maintenance niggles that can add up quickly.
What to check before buying a 2018 Lexmoto Zsx
Practical pre-purchase checks for this age and model.
- 📋 Check the full MOT history. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. Enter the reg below for a full AI analysis.
- 🔍 Inspect for corrosion in person. Brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that's expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.
- 🛞 Check tyres and brakes. The most common advisory items at this age. Budget for replacement if they're near the limit — factor this into your offer price.
- ⚠️ 32% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded. Enter the reg below — the full MOT history will show exactly what was flagged and whether it was resolved.
- 📄 Run an HPI check. The MOT history won't show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status — an HPI check will.
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Mileage Distribution
Most 2018 Lexmoto Zsx vehicles sit in the blue band. If the car you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.
Half of all 2018 Lexmoto Zsx vehicles fall between 3,856 and 10,361 miles.
2018 Lexmoto Zsx — Still on the Road
Numbers are declining — 52 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 (40% of peak).
Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2021–2025.
MOT History Averages
Most Common MOT Issues — 2018 Lexmoto Zsx
Based on actual MOT test records for this model. Percentage shows how often each item appears across all vehicles in this cohort.
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34.6%
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit
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28.9%
Drive chain worn but not considered excessive
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22.8%
Drive chain slightly loose
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21.3%
Rear reflector missing
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19%
Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy
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14.8%
Rear Brake binding but not excessively
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13.3%
Exhaust noisy
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12.6%
Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect
Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2018. Counts include advisories and failures.
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