2016 Lexmoto FMR 0.1L Petrol · VO66 ASU

The vehicle’s most recent MOT test on 2023-08-09—just 2 years and 11 months ago—shows an unusual double entry: one pass and one immediate fail at the same mileage (28,134), with no defects recorded in either. This suggests either an administrative error in the DVSA system or a rare case where the tester failed to note minor issues that would have been addressed before retesting. No faults have appeared in the past three tests, indicating no recurring mechanical or structural failures. The lack of advisories or defects across all three MOTs implies the vehicle has avoided major wear patterns, though the double-entry anomaly warrants verification of whether any issues were overlooked. The recorded mileage of 28,134 miles over a decade—approximately 2,813 miles annually—is unusually low for a 10-year-old vehicle, particularly one with a manual transmission, which typically sees higher usage. The gap between the 2022 test (23,404 miles) and the 2023 tests (28,134 miles) spans just 14,729 miles in a year, a pace that, while consistent, suggests prolonged periods of inactivity or very light use. This could mean the vehicle was stored for extended periods, potentially accelerating corrosion risks in underbody components or suspension joints. The lack of mileage spikes also raises questions about whether the vehicle was driven regularly enough to prevent fluid degradation in the engine, transmission, or differential. Given the clean MOT history, the primary focus for an in-person inspection should centre on corrosion —particularly at wheel arches, sills, and the subframe—due to the low mileage implying potential long-term exposure to moisture. The double MOT entry at the same mileage hints at a possible oversight, so the buyer should scrutinise braking performance , especially rear calipers or binding points, as well as suspension bushes and coil springs for wear or cracking, even if no advisories were recorded. The engine bay should be checked for fluid leaks (coolant, oil, power steering) that might have gone unnoticed during tests. While the MOT record suggests no major failures, the anomaly in testing and the vehicle’s low usage history demand thorough attention to hidden deterioration.