How much is a used Lexmoto LXR125 worth?

A 2023 Lexmoto LXR125 in good condition with around 9,000 miles is worth roughly £1,700 (typical range £1,500–£1,850). Dealer asking prices sit higher than private sales, and a full service history, no crash damage and an unbroken theft record are what hold a bike at the top of its range.

How quickly does the Lexmoto LXR125 depreciate?

The Lexmoto LXR125 loses about 40% of its value over the first three years, against a 25–32% norm for bikes and 40–50% for cars. These figures are specific to this model rather than a shared default, though they remain indicative estimates rather than a measured sample of sale prices.

Can you ride the Lexmoto LXR125 on an A2 licence?

The Lexmoto LXR125 is an A1 machine, so it suits a 17-plus rider on an A1 licence and is also available to anyone with A2 or full A entitlement.

How much does it cost to insure a Lexmoto LXR125?

Expect around £280 a year to insure a Lexmoto LXR125, typically £200–£420. That assumes age 18-19 CBT, no NCB, urban postcode. Bike premiums move far more on licence tier, rider age and postcode than car premiums do, so treat this as a starting point rather than a quote.

What goes wrong on a used Lexmoto LXR125?

The wear and failure points we track for the Lexmoto LXR125 are: battery (around every 2-3 years, £40-60); chain & sprockets (around 6-10k mi, £100); front brake pads (around 5-8k mi, £40-60). We don't publish a reliability score for bikes — the MOT dataset behind our car scores doesn't support one at model level — so treat these as the specific things to inspect rather than a verdict. A full service history and a fresh MOT without advisories remain the best protection.

What does a Lexmoto LXR125 cost to run?

Expect around 100 mpg, about £218 a year in fuel or energy, £110 for an annual service, £110 a pair for tyres every 6,000 miles, £180 for a chain and sprockets every 18,000 miles. Figures assume 3,000 miles a year, the UK average from DfT travel and traffic statistics, and current DESNZ pump prices. The cost-of-ownership table on the profile breaks this down per year and per mile.

Is the Lexmoto LXR125 likely to be stolen?

The Lexmoto LXR125 is a moderate theft target. Less stolen than Hondas due to limited parts demand, but young rider demographic + sports styling makes them joyride targets. Chain + disc lock are essential. Theft is concentrated in E, N, SE, M postcode areas. A Thatcham-approved chain and ground anchor, a disc lock and a tracker are what insurers look for, and secure overnight storage moves a premium more than almost anything else.

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LearnerLicense A1 (16+)4,200/yr UK

Lexmoto LXR125

The UK's best-selling 125cc sportbike — by a wide margin. Lexmoto is a UK importer of Chinese-built bikes; the LXR125 mimics the looks of a Ducati Panigale at a fraction of the price. Genuine entry-level bike for A1 riders and CBT users, popular with younger riders for the styling. Build quality is what you'd expect at the price point, but warranty is 2 years through a national UK dealer network.

Lexmoto LXR125

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Engine: 124 cc
Power: 14 PS
Weight: 142 kg
Seat height: 780 mm
A2 licence: —

The short version

55/100

Forecourt score

Value 22 · Insurance 86 · Theft 65

The Lexmoto LXR125 loses value faster than most bikes (around 40% lost over three years, against the 25-32% bike norm) and is cheap to insure (around £280/yr typical). Theft risk is moderate.

A bike-specific blend of value retention, insurance and theft risk (weighted 40/35/25). Bikes carry no MOT reliability data, so reliability isn't scored. Higher is better.

Variant: LXR125 (Euro 5)

Engine

Petrol · 124cc

Power

14 ps

Torque

11 Nm

Weight

142 kg

Seat

780 mm

Transmission

6-speed manual

Economy

100 mpg

Standard LXR125 — liquid-cooled 124cc, 6-speed manual, full fairing. 14bhp, A1 license. 14L tank gives ~280 mile range. UK best-selling 125 sportbike for several years running.

Tell us about the one you're looking at

Year of registration2023

20192026

Mileage on the clock9,000 mi

0Expected: 9,00060k

Conditiongood

PoorFairGoodExcellent

Tidy and well looked-after for its age — the typical clean bike.

Estimated market value

£1,679

Range £1,511 – £1,847

HIGH CONFIDENCE

When new (2023)£2,799

Age-based value£1,679

Mileage adjustment+£0

Condition adjustment+£0

Holding value

Bikes hold value far better than cars — typical motorcycle 3-year depreciation is 25–32%, against cars' 40–50%. Some bikes (Hayabusa, Gold Wing, classic Z1000) actually appreciate in the 7–15 year zone as cult demand outstrips supply.

New

£2,919

At 5 years

£1,401

At 10 years

£730

Value loss by phase

Each band shows the share of original value lost during that window — not cumulative. Appreciation (green, marked +X% gained) is real for bikes that develop cult status.

Years 0–3First-owner depreciation40% lost

Years 3–7Used-market sweet spot22% lost

Years 7–15Stable / vintage-cult zone30% lost

After year 3: 60% retainedAfter year 7: 38% retainedAfter year 15: 8% retained

UK new price by year

How we estimate this

These figures are specific to this model rather than a shared default, but they are indicative estimates and not yet derived from a recorded sample of UK sale prices. Bike residuals depend heavily on theft history, service-stamp count and crash-damage signatures. Figures assume a clean, fully-stamped example.

What it costs to own

Over

Indicative running costs at 3,000 miles a year — the UK average from DfT travel and traffic statistics. Chain-drive bikes carry a chain/sprocket consumable line; tax (typically £25–£100/yr) and depreciation are excluded — see the section above for value retention.

3-year total

£1,328

Per year

£443

Per mile

£0.15

Servicing£330

Tyres (pair)£165

Chain & sprockets£90

MOT£89

Fuel / energy£654

Service costs assume independent specialist labour and OE parts. Tyre intervals reflect typical UK road riding — track-day usage burns through rear tyres in <2,000 miles. Fuel uses the variant MPG at the current DESNZ pump price of £1.60/L (week commencing 03/08/2026). Electric bikes are costed from battery capacity and published range at the current domestic electricity price; where a bike has no published range we show no energy line rather than guess. Lower-mileage riders see proportionally lower totals; higher-mileage commuters pay roughly linearly more.

Estimated insurance

ABI motorcycle scheme · Comprehensive · 5 yr NCB

Indicative annual comprehensive premiums for this bike. Bike insurance is far more sensitive to licence tier and rider age than cars — pick the combination closest to your circumstances.

Licence

Age

No-claims bonus

5 years

0 yearsBaseline: 5 years15+

Risk profile

Estimated annual premium · typical, age 30-39

£280/ year

Roughly £23 per month

Typical

Suburban postcode, 3+ years NCB, standard security (Thatcham chain + disc lock), no recent claims.

Age band	Lower risk	Typical	Higher risk
Age 17-21	£462	£616	£862
Age 22-29	£284	£378	£529
Age 30-39Selected	£210	£280	£392
Age 40-49	£185	£246	£345
Age 50+	£168	£224	£314

How we estimate this

Premiums combine licence tier, rider age, no-claims bonus and a risk-profile multiplier on top of a bike-specific baseline. Bike insurance is materially more sensitive to licence tier (CBT / A1 / A2 / A) than car insurance, and young riders pay considerably more than older riders even on the same machine. Always get individual quotes before buying.

Theft risk

Bike-specific · Met Police + insurance reporting

UK bike theft rates are an order of magnitude higher than car theft. Nakeds and supersports lose more to professional gangs; large adventure bikes and tourers are statistically much safer.

Theft risk score · 1 to 4

2/4Medium risk

1 — Low2 — Medium3 — High4 — Very high

Medium risk

Some theft pattern, particularly in urban postcodes. Thatcham-approved chain plus disc lock recommended; secure overnight parking helps premiums.

Theft hotspot postcodes

ENSEM

Postcode prefixes only; full London hot zone runs across E, N, NW, SE, SW, W boroughs depending on the model.

What this means for you

Less stolen than Hondas due to limited parts demand, but young rider demographic + sports styling makes them joyride targets. Chain + disc lock are essential.

How we set this band

Bands derived from Met Police bike-theft reporting (most-stolen lists) cross-referenced with insurance industry underwriting data. Model + postcode are the two biggest factors in motorcycle theft risk in the UK, materially more than vehicle value.

What goes wrong

5 known issues · sorted by severity

Documented failure modes from UK owner forums, dealer service bulletins, and aggregated mechanic feedback. Mileages are approximate — different riders see different intervals depending on use and maintenance. Always address "high"-severity items before resale.

High severity

Medium

Low / cosmetic

Severity	Part / issue	Typical mileage	Cost
medium	Chain & sprockets 6-10k mi	6-10k mi	£100
medium	Electrics (rectifier, switches) Chinese electrics fail more than Japanese — keep dry, check connectors 10k+ mi	10k+ mi	£60-150
low	Battery Chinese bikes typically run cheaper batteries — replace sooner every 2-3 years	every 2-3 years	£40-60
low	Front brake pads 5-8k mi	5-8k mi	£40-60
low	Fairing fixings & plastic tabs Brittle plastic, common on Chinese-built sportbikes any age	any age	£20-50

How we score severity

High — strands the bike or causes consequential damage if left. Medium — service item that affects ride quality or risks failure. Low — cosmetic or minor inconvenience. Costs are independent-specialist UK rates for parts and labour together; main dealer prices typically run 30–50% higher.

Safety recalls

Manufacturers occasionally issue safety recalls to fix a fault free of charge. You can check whether the Lexmoto LXR125, or your exact vehicle, has any outstanding recalls on the official DVSA service.

Check on GOV.UK

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Strengths

+Cheapest 125 sportbike new (£2,919) — looks of a £6k Yamaha YZF-R125
+6-speed gearbox + 14L tank — long-leg friendly for a 125
+2-year warranty + national Lexmoto dealer support
+Insurance group 1 — cheap to insure for a CBT learner

Watch-outs

−Chinese build quality — electrics and plastics are weak points
−Resale value falls steeply (40% in 3 years) vs Yamaha/Honda holding 30%
−Parts not in stock at every motorbike shop — Lexmoto dealer or online order
−Top speed ~60mph indicated — not for sustained motorway

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Lexmoto LXR125, answered from the data

How much is a used Lexmoto LXR125 worth?: A 2023 Lexmoto LXR125 in good condition with around 9,000 miles is worth roughly £1,700 (typical range £1,500–£1,850). Dealer asking prices sit higher than private sales, and a full service history, no crash damage and an unbroken theft record are what hold a bike at the top of its range.
How quickly does the Lexmoto LXR125 depreciate?: The Lexmoto LXR125 loses about 40% of its value over the first three years, against a 25–32% norm for bikes and 40–50% for cars. These figures are specific to this model rather than a shared default, though they remain indicative estimates rather than a measured sample of sale prices.
Can you ride the Lexmoto LXR125 on an A2 licence?: The Lexmoto LXR125 is an A1 machine, so it suits a 17-plus rider on an A1 licence and is also available to anyone with A2 or full A entitlement.
How much does it cost to insure a Lexmoto LXR125?: Expect around £280 a year to insure a Lexmoto LXR125, typically £200–£420. That assumes age 18-19 CBT, no NCB, urban postcode. Bike premiums move far more on licence tier, rider age and postcode than car premiums do, so treat this as a starting point rather than a quote.
What goes wrong on a used Lexmoto LXR125?: The wear and failure points we track for the Lexmoto LXR125 are: battery (around every 2-3 years, £40-60); chain & sprockets (around 6-10k mi, £100); front brake pads (around 5-8k mi, £40-60). We don't publish a reliability score for bikes — the MOT dataset behind our car scores doesn't support one at model level — so treat these as the specific things to inspect rather than a verdict. A full service history and a fresh MOT without advisories remain the best protection.
What does a Lexmoto LXR125 cost to run?: Expect around 100 mpg, about £218 a year in fuel or energy, £110 for an annual service, £110 a pair for tyres every 6,000 miles, £180 for a chain and sprockets every 18,000 miles. Figures assume 3,000 miles a year, the UK average from DfT travel and traffic statistics, and current DESNZ pump prices. The cost-of-ownership table on the profile breaks this down per year and per mile.
Is the Lexmoto LXR125 likely to be stolen?: The Lexmoto LXR125 is a moderate theft target. Less stolen than Hondas due to limited parts demand, but young rider demographic + sports styling makes them joyride targets. Chain + disc lock are essential. Theft is concentrated in E, N, SE, M postcode areas. A Thatcham-approved chain and ground anchor, a disc lock and a tracker are what insurers look for, and secure overnight storage moves a premium more than almost anything else.

Answers are generated from this bike's Forecourt data — curated specifications, our valuation model and the week's DESNZ fuel and energy prices — and update with the weekly data refresh.