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YX12 GXE

2012 Lexmoto Tornado

White Petrol 50cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Nov 2024
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

15,159 mi
Last recorded15,159 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2023
Typical for 2012 Lexmoto Tornado7,142 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYX12 GXE
MakeLexmoto
ModelTornado
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine50cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Nov 2023 15,159 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 4 Sep 2020 13,756 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2019 12,188 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level below minimum level sight glass looks damaged (1.1.10 (d) (i))

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Front Suspension corroded but not seriously weakened chrome sanctions (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 17 Aug 2019 12,188 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator likely to become detached (4.4.1 (c) (ii))

Rear Suspension component mounting modified so the suspension is inoperative exhaust bracket fouling movement (5.3.3 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Wheel has bolts/rivets missing or loose to the extent that control of the motorcycle is likely to be adversely affected air box loose (5.2.2 (e) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Wheel has bolts/rivets missing or loose to the extent that control of the motorcycle is likely to be adversely affected mudguard loose (5.2.2 (e) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level below minimum level sight glass looks damaged (1.1.10 (d) (i))

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Front Suspension corroded but not seriously weakened chrome sanctions (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort needs adjusting up (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 21 Aug 2018 9,024 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level below minimum level sight glass looks damaged (1.1.10 (d) (i))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Suspension corroded but not seriously weakened sanctions (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 21 Aug 2018 9,024 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level below minimum level sight glass looks damaged (1.1.10 (d) (i))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake grabbing severely (1.2.1 (c))

Suspension corroded but not seriously weakened sanctions (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

How Reliable is the Lexmoto Tornado?

Based on 683 MOT tests across 212 vehicles.

68.7%
Pass Rate
928
Miles/Year
14
Year Lifespan
212
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Steering headbearing has excessive free play 13
Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation 11
Headlamp aim too low 10
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 10
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YX12 GXE is a 2012 Lexmoto Tornado in White with a 50cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2012 Lexmoto Tornado models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.1% with a typical mileage of 7,142 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Lexmoto Tornado fails its MOT is steering headbearing has excessive free play, accounting for 13 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YX12 GXE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Lexmoto Tornado typically stays on UK roads for around 14 years. At 14 years old, this Lexmoto Tornado is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was YX12 GXE registered?

YX12 GXE is a 2012 Lexmoto Tornado, first registered on 22 August 2012.

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