Lexmoto Tornado 125 Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Lexmoto Tornado 125 reliable? We analysed 780 real MOT tests across 233 vehicles to find out.
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The Lexmoto Tornado 125 is about average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm and stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Lexmoto Tornado 125.
Lexmoto Tornado 125 Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Lexmoto Tornado 125. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Lexmoto Tornado 125 MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Lexmoto Tornado 125 to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Lexmoto Tornado 125 Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Lexmoto Tornado 125 fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Lexmoto Tornado 125 Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Lexmoto Tornado 125 owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Lexmoto Tornado 125 MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Lexmoto Tornado 125 year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 252 | 74.2% | 6,129 | 12,047 | 17,440 |
| 2012 | 335 | 67.8% | 4,336 | 7,739 | 12,954 |
| 2011 | 168 | 67.3% | 6,170 | 9,956 | 13,686 |
How Long Does a Lexmoto Tornado 125 Last?
Based on 233 Lexmoto Tornado 125 vehicles on UK roads.
Lexmoto Tornado 125 Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Lexmoto Tornado 125 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 125
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
74.2% MOT pass rate from 252 tests
67.3% MOT pass rate from 168 tests
The best year to buy a used Lexmoto Tornado 125 is 2013, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 74.2% across 252 tests. The 2011 model year has the lowest pass rate at 67.3% — 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 125 Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lexmoto Tornado 125 THIS CAR | 70.0% | 780 | 9,558 mi | 15 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 |
| Motor Hispania MH6V-X Furia | 63.2% | 672 | 11,061 mi | 24 yrs |
Compared to the Lexmoto Venom (69.9% pass rate) and the Lexmoto Milano (77.7% pass rate), the Lexmoto Tornado 125 sits in the middle of the pack on MOT reliability.
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The Lexmoto Tornado 125 has an overall MOT pass rate of 70.0% across 780 real MOT tests — roughly in line with the UK average.
The most common problems on the Lexmoto Tornado 125 are shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (28 recorded failures), tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (27), and stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (24). 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.
A typical Lexmoto Tornado 125 owner drives around 1,565 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 125 models stay on UK roads for around 15 years — a strong showing that suggests solid build quality and readily available parts. 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.