Lexmoto Tornado Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
Free Lexmoto Tornado car check
Is the Lexmoto Tornado reliable? We analysed 683 real MOT tests across 212 vehicles to find out.
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The Lexmoto Tornado is about average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include steering headbearing has excessive free play, tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation and headlamp aim too low. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Lexmoto Tornado.
Lexmoto Tornado Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Lexmoto Tornado. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Lexmoto Tornado MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Lexmoto Tornado to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Lexmoto Tornado Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Lexmoto Tornado fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Lexmoto Tornado Common Faults & Problems
These are the most common serious faults found on Lexmoto Tornado models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.
Lexmoto Tornado Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Lexmoto Tornado owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Lexmoto Tornado MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Lexmoto Tornado year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | 351 | 68.4% | 4,672 | 8,034 | 12,098 |
| 2013 | 175 | 69.1% | 4,632 | 8,136 | 12,052 |
| 2012 | 94 | 69.1% | 3,566 | 7,142 | 12,188 |
How Long Does a Lexmoto Tornado Last?
Based on 212 Lexmoto Tornado vehicles on UK roads.
Lexmoto Tornado Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Lexmoto Tornado MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.
Best Year to Buy a Used Lexmoto Tornado
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
69.1% MOT pass rate from 94 tests
68.4% MOT pass rate from 351 tests
The best year to buy a used Lexmoto Tornado is 2012, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 69.1% across 94 tests. The 2014 model year has the lowest pass rate at 68.4% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Lexmoto Tornado Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lexmoto Tornado THIS CAR | 68.7% | 683 | 7,806 mi | 14 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 |
| Skoda Kodiaq SE Drive TDI Scr 4X4 Sa | 93.3% | 283 | 27,234 mi | — yrs |
Compared to the Lexmoto Venom (69.9% pass rate) and the Lexmoto Milano (77.7% pass rate), the Lexmoto Tornado trails behind on MOT reliability.
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The Lexmoto Tornado has an overall MOT pass rate of 68.7% across 683 real MOT tests — roughly in line with the UK average.
The most common problems on the Lexmoto Tornado are steering headbearing has excessive free play (13 recorded failures), tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (11), and headlamp aim too low (10). These are the faults most likely to cause an MOT failure on this model, so check for them carefully on any test drive or pre-purchase inspection. Many are wear-and-tear items that can be budgeted for, but a car that's already failing on multiple fronts may signal neglected maintenance.
On the safety side, the most frequently flagged dangerous fault is valve stem seriously damaged. Dangerous faults cause an immediate MOT failure and mean the vehicle is not roadworthy until repaired. If you're viewing a Lexmoto Tornado 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 Tornado owner drives around 928 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.
In terms of longevity, most Lexmoto Tornado models stay on UK roads for around 14 years. If you're buying one that's already approaching that window, the data suggests it has plenty of life left provided it's been maintained.
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.