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Lexmoto Chieftain Td 125 T-15 Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Lexmoto Chieftain Td 125 T-15 reliable? We analysed 626 real MOT tests across 216 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 626 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
78.0%
Typical Mileage
6,276mi
Annual Mileage
1,095mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
yrs

The Lexmoto Chieftain Td 125 T-15 is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Lexmoto Chieftain Td 125 T-15.

Lexmoto Chieftain Td 125 T-15 Number Plates

Number plates registered to a Lexmoto Chieftain Td 125 T-15. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.

Lexmoto Chieftain Td 125 T-15 MOT Pass Rate by Year

How likely is a Lexmoto Chieftain Td 125 T-15 to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.

74.5%
2020
79.9%
2019
78.6%
2018

Lexmoto Chieftain Td 125 T-15 Common Faults & Problems

These are the most common serious faults found on Lexmoto Chieftain Td 125 T-15 models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.

Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick 20
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 14
Valve stem seriously damaged 7

Lexmoto Chieftain Td 125 T-15 Mileage — What's Normal?

How many miles does a typical Lexmoto Chieftain Td 125 T-15 owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.

Low usage
529 mi/yr
Typical
1,095 mi/yr
Average
1,956 mi/yr
Heavy usage
2,220 mi/yr

Lexmoto Chieftain Td 125 T-15 MOT Data by Registration Year

Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Lexmoto Chieftain Td 125 T-15 year you're looking at.

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2020 184 74.5% 3,130 5,854 9,757
2019 324 79.9% 3,347 6,047 10,450
2018 112 78.6% 3,861 6,805 10,225

How Long Does a Lexmoto Chieftain Td 125 T-15 Last?

Based on 216 Lexmoto Chieftain Td 125 T-15 vehicles on UK roads.

Average
4.3 years
Median
4.0 years

Lexmoto Chieftain Td 125 T-15 Mileage Distribution

Total mileage recorded across all Lexmoto Chieftain Td 125 T-15 MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.

Median
6,276 mi
75th Percentile
10,130 mi
95th Percentile
19,447 mi
Max Recorded
131,158 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Lexmoto Chieftain Td 125 T-15

Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.

Best year
2019

79.9% MOT pass rate from 324 tests

Year to avoid
2020

74.5% MOT pass rate from 184 tests

The best year to buy a used Lexmoto Chieftain Td 125 T-15 is 2019, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 79.9% across 324 tests. The 2020 model year has the lowest pass rate at 74.5% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.

How Does the Lexmoto Chieftain Td 125 T-15 Compare?

MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.

Model Pass Rate Tests Typical Mileage Lifespan
Lexmoto Chieftain Td 125 T-15 THIS CAR 78.0% 626 6,276 mi — yrs
Lexmoto Venom 69.9% 8,431 6,680 mi 11 yrs
Lexmoto Milano 77.7% 6,117 3,008 mi 11 yrs
Lexmoto Zsx 68.2% 6,093 7,492 mi 13 yrs
Volkswagen Jetta Ltd Edition TDI Bmt 84.4% 703 91,628 mi — yrs

Compared to the Lexmoto Venom (69.9% pass rate) and the Lexmoto Milano (77.7% pass rate), the Lexmoto Chieftain Td 125 T-15 outperforms both on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Lexmoto Chieftain Td 125 T-15?

The Lexmoto Chieftain Td 125 T-15 has an overall MOT pass rate of 78.0% across 626 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.

On the safety side, the most frequently flagged dangerous fault is brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick. Dangerous faults cause an immediate MOT failure and mean the vehicle is not roadworthy until repaired. If you're viewing a Lexmoto Chieftain Td 125 T-15 with an expired or recently passed MOT, ask the seller whether any dangerous faults were found and fixed during the last test.

A typical Lexmoto Chieftain Td 125 T-15 owner drives around 1,095 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.

Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.

Lexmoto Chieftain Td 125 T-15 — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Lexmoto Chieftain Td 125 T-15 reliable?
Based on 626 MOT tests, the Lexmoto Chieftain Td 125 T-15 has a 78.0% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Lexmoto Chieftain Td 125 T-15?
The most common failure point is general wear and tear.
How many miles does a Lexmoto Chieftain Td 125 T-15 do per year?
The typical Lexmoto Chieftain Td 125 T-15 does around 1,095 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Lexmoto Chieftain Td 125 T-15 last?
Lifespan data is not yet available for this model.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Lexmoto Chieftain Td 125 T-15?
Yes. An MOT pass rate tells you about the model in general, but a vehicle history check reveals the specific car's finance, stolen, write-off and mileage history — things the seller may not disclose.
What is the best year to buy a Lexmoto Chieftain Td 125 T-15?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Lexmoto Chieftain Td 125 T-15 is 2019 with a 79.9% pass rate across 324 tests.