Lexmoto Gladiator MOT Pass Rate
Overall pass rate across all manufacture years, based on 1,562 real MOT test results. Failure rate: 42.1%.
Data from official DVSA MOT testing records
Lexmoto Gladiator MOT Reliability Overview
The Lexmoto Gladiator is a niche vehicle in the UK, with 1,562 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 5 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 57.9% and a failure rate of 42.1%, which is slightly below the UK average of approximately 37%.
Based on this data, the Lexmoto Gladiator earns a "Below Average" reliability rating. The average Lexmoto Gladiator presents for MOT with approximately 9,627 miles on the clock. Manufacture year matters: 2012 models achieve the highest pass rate at 62.4%, while 2013 models have the lowest at 51.4%. This 11.0 percentage point difference suggests notable variation in build quality or component durability across production years.
The most common MOT failure for the Lexmoto Gladiator is Motorcycle brakes, affecting 34.7% of all tests. Brake-related failures include worn brake pads, corroded brake discs, leaking brake lines, and faulty brake servos. These are safety-critical components — any brake deficiency will result in an MOT fail. The second most common issue is Motorcycle lamps and reflectors at 25.5%. Motorcycle steering and suspension rounds out the top three at 24.1%. Together, these top 3 failure categories account for a significant portion of all MOT failures for this model.
Top failures across all manufacture years combined. Individual year pages may show different top failures.
What Fails Most
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Pass Rate by Manufacture Year
* High Fail Rate badge indicates an MOT pass rate below 65% (failure rate above 35%).
What Fails on This Car?
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| Rank | Failure Category | Rate (%) | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Motorcycle Brakes | 34.7% | 542 |
| 2 | Motorcycle Lamps And Reflectors | 25.5% | 398 |
| 3 | Motorcycle Steering And Suspension | 24.1% | 376 |
| 4 | Motorcycle Suspension | 21.3% | 333 |
| 5 | Motorcycle Lighting And Signalling | 15.4% | 241 |
| 6 | Motorcycle Tyres And Wheels | 10.8% | 169 |
| 7 | Motorcycle Tyres | 10.1% | 158 |
| 8 | Motorcycle Steering | 8.1% | 127 |
| 9 | Motorcycle Structure And Attachments | 7.4% | 116 |
| 10 | Motorcycle Fuel And Exhaust | 2.4% | 37 |
| 11 | Motorcycle Audible Warning (Horn) | 1.5% | 24 |
| 12 | Non-component Advisories | 1.0% | 16 |
| 13 | Motorcycle Wheels | 0.8% | 13 |
| 14 | Motorcycle Body And Structure | 0.8% | 13 |
| 15 | Identification Of The Vehicle | 0.4% | 7 |
Failures per 10,000 Miles
avg. 9,627 miFor every 10,000 miles driven, this shows what percentage of MOT tests fail for each category. This accounts for how far cars are actually driven, not just raw pass/fail counts.
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| Category | Rate / 10K mi | Raw % | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| Motorcycle brakes | 36.04 | 34.7% | 542 |
| Motorcycle lamps and reflectors | 26.47 | 25.5% | 398 |
| Motorcycle steering and suspension | 25.00 | 24.1% | 376 |
| Motorcycle suspension | 22.14 | 21.3% | 333 |
| Motorcycle lighting and signalling | 16.03 | 15.4% | 241 |
| Motorcycle tyres and wheels | 11.24 | 10.8% | 169 |
| Motorcycle tyres | 10.51 | 10.1% | 158 |
| Motorcycle steering | 8.45 | 8.1% | 127 |
| Motorcycle structure and attachments | 7.71 | 7.4% | 116 |
| Motorcycle fuel and exhaust | 2.46 | 2.4% | 37 |
| Motorcycle audible warning (Horn) | 1.60 | 1.5% | 24 |
| Non-component advisories | 1.06 | 1.0% | 16 |
| Motorcycle wheels | 0.86 | 0.8% | 13 |
| Motorcycle body and structure | 0.86 | 0.8% | 13 |
| Identification of the vehicle | 0.47 | 0.4% | 7 |
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Mileage at MOT
The average Lexmoto Gladiator has 9,627 miles when tested for MOT.
📊 Mileage-Adjusted Failure Rate
How often this car fails MOT relative to how much it's driven — a fairer comparison than raw pass rate.
The Lexmoto Gladiator has a mileage-adjusted failure rate of 43.73% per 10,000 miles driven. The average across all makes is 5.38%, so this model is worse than average.
About Lexmoto Gladiator MOT Data
The Lexmoto Gladiator is a niche vehicle in the UK, with 1,562 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 5 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 57.9% and a failure rate of 42.1%, which is slightly below the UK average of approximately 37%.
For Lexmoto Gladiator owners, these results suggest average reliability — some preparation before MOT can improve pass chances. Focus your pre-MOT checks on motorcycle brakes and motorcycle lamps and reflectors for the best chance of a first-time pass. Use our detailed year-by-year breakdown and failure analysis below to understand how your specific Gladiator is likely to perform.
Motorcycle brakes — 34.7% of failures
Motorcycle brakes issues account for 34.7% of MOT failures on the Lexmoto Gladiator. Brake-related failures include worn brake pads, corroded brake discs, leaking brake lines, and faulty brake servos. These are safety-critical components — any brake deficiency will result in an MOT fail. Typical repair costs: £150–400. Pre-MOT check: Listen for squealing or grinding noises. Check brake pedal feel — if it feels spongy or goes to the floor, have the system inspected immediately. Look at brake pad thickness through the wheel spokes (minimum 3mm).
Motorcycle lamps and reflectors — 25.5% of failures
Motorcycle lamps and reflectors issues account for 25.5% of MOT failures on the Lexmoto Gladiator. Lighting failures cover all external lights: headlights, tail lights, brake lights, indicators, fog lights, and reflectors. A single blown bulb will cause an MOT fail. This is one of the most preventable failure categories. Typical repair costs: £5–50. Pre-MOT check: Walk around the car and check every light — headlights (dipped and main beam), side lights, tail lights, brake lights, indicators, hazard lights, reverse light, rear fog light, and number plate lights. Replace any blown bulbs before the test.
Motorcycle steering and suspension — 24.1% of failures
Motorcycle steering and suspension issues account for 24.1% of MOT failures on the Lexmoto Gladiator. Suspension failures typically involve worn bushes, leaking shock absorbers, broken coil springs, and damaged suspension arms. These affect ride quality, tyre wear, and road holding. Typical repair costs: £200–500. Pre-MOT check: Look for uneven tyre wear, listen for clunking over bumps, and check if the car pulls to one side. A bouncy ride suggests worn shock absorbers. Visually inspect coil springs for cracks.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the MOT pass rate for the Lexmoto Gladiator?
Based on 1,562 MOT tests in our database, the Lexmoto Gladiator has an overall pass rate of 57.9% (42.1% fail rate).
What are the most common MOT failures on a Lexmoto Gladiator?
The top 3 reasons a Lexmoto Gladiator fails its MOT are: 1. Motorcycle brakes (34.7%), 2. Motorcycle lamps and reflectors (25.5%), 3. Motorcycle steering and suspension (24.1%). Check these areas before booking your MOT.
Is the Lexmoto Gladiator reliable?
With a 42.1% MOT failure rate, the Gladiator is about average compared to the UK average of ~40%.
What should I check before an MOT on my Lexmoto Gladiator?
Based on failure data, focus on: Motorcycle brakes (34.7%); Motorcycle lamps and reflectors (25.5%); Motorcycle steering and suspension (24.1%). These are the areas most likely to cause a fail. Also check all lights, tyres (minimum 1.6mm tread), and windscreen condition — these are quick wins that apply to all cars.
Based on DVSA anonymised MOT test data (2005–2024). Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0.