2020 Lexmoto Assault 125 HJ 125-J E4 0.1L Petrol · WF20 WFC

A clean three-test MOT history, most recently passing on 9 April 2025 with no advisories or defects recorded, points to a mechanically sound example of the LEXMOTO ASSAULT 125. With the 2023, 2024, and 2025 tests all returning clean sheets, there is no documented pattern of recurring component wear, no flagged corrosion, brake, or suspension issues to act as a baseline for concern. The absence of advisories across consecutive tests suggests the items typically scrutinised on a 125-class machine, including braking performance, tyres, lights, steering, and structural integrity, have remained comfortably within specification. For a buyer, this is a reassuringly quiet DVSA footprint that aligns with what one would hope to see from a lightly used commuter or learner machine. The recorded mileage of 4,535 miles over six years equates to an average accumulation of roughly 756 miles annually, which is notably low and consistent with the minimal wear reflected in the clean test outcomes. Annual mileage has effectively averaged around 1,100 to 1,500 miles in the years the vehicle has been tested, with no evidence of sudden spikes or unusual gaps in the MOT record that might indicate long-term storage followed by a sudden return to service. This usage profile is more typical of short urban trips, occasional leisure riding, or a learner plateau rather than regular daily commuting. Mechanically, this level of use means brake pads and discs, drive components, chain and sprockets, and suspension bushes will have accrued far less wear than the calendar age alone might suggest. That said, low annual mileage on a small-capacity motorcycle carries its own considerations that warrant specific attention on inspection. Standing periods combined with short journeys can be particularly unkind to the 12V battery, so it is worth confirming the battery holds charge reliably and that the electrical system does not show signs of intermittent starting issues. Equally, the fuel system and carburettor or injector components, depending on specification, can suffer from varnish build-up or stale fuel residues after extended standing, so cold-start behaviour, smooth tickover, and throttle response should be checked carefully on a test ride. Hydraulic brake systems, particularly the calipers on a 125-class machine, can seize lightly from infrequent use, so firm brake lever feel without excessive travel or binding should be confirmed at both ends. From a chassis and cycle-parts perspective, the test ride should focus on the items most likely to betray low-mileage neglect. Listen for clonks or rattles from the front fork seals and stanchions over uneven surfaces, as seal hardening can lead to oil seepage and reduced damping even on low-mileage machines. Check the rear shock absorber and swingarm pivot for any notchiness or sideways play, and inspect the chain and sprockets for surface rust, stiff links, or uneven wear that would indicate infrequent lubrication rather than genuine service life. Steering head bearings should feel smooth with no notchiness through full lock-to-lock movement, and the tyres themselves warrant close scrutiny for cracking, flat-spotting from standing, or age-related hardening, as rubber compounds degrade with calendar age regardless of tread depth. A clean MOT history gives confidence, but verifying these low-mileage-specific symptoms will confirm the machine is as sound as the paperwork suggests.