Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2021 Levc Tx?

Yes. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. A full MOT history analysis will highlight patterns that a single test result won't reveal.

What corrosion should I look for when inspecting a 2021 Levc Tx?

Check brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that is expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.

How are tyres and brakes typically on a 2021 Levc Tx?

Tyres and brakes are the most common advisory items on vehicles of this age. Budget for replacement if they are near the limit, and factor this into your offer price.

Is the 2021 Levc Tx reliable?

Based on MOT data from 1,034 vehicles, the 2021 Levc Tx has a first-time MOT pass rate of 92.2%, indicating generally reliable for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

What are common problems with the 2021 Levc Tx?

The most frequently recorded MOT issues on the 2021 Levc Tx are: Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (31.2% of vehicles), Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (30.3% of vehicles), Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (30% of vehicles). These figures are based on actual MOT test records — search a specific registration on CarHunch to see its individual history.

Do I need an HPI check when buying a 2021 Levc Tx?

Yes. The MOT history will not show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status. An HPI check covers these areas and should be part of any used car purchase.

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Levc Tx (2021)

1,034 real MOT outcomes analysed • 92.2% first-time pass rate

2021 Levc Tx

CarHunch analysed 1,034 real MOT records for the 2021 Levc Tx. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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The 2021 LEVC TX is significantly more reliable than average, with a 92.2% first-time pass rate that substantially beats the UK average of 80%—this hybrid-electric taxi cab is built to withstand heavy commercial use, and that durability translates well for private owners. The dangerous defect rate of 16.2% is notably elevated, so buyers should factor in potential safety-critical repairs like braking or steering issues.

These vehicles rack up serious mileage for their age (median 64,229 miles at roughly three years old), which reflects their taxi-cab heritage, yet they still fail inspection less than half as often as typical cars. The 3.8 average advisories per test suggests routine maintenance items are creeping up, so a thorough pre-purchase inspection should focus on hybrid-system durability and whether the previous owner kept up with scheduled servicing—especially fluid and battery health checks.

The 2021 Levc Tx passes its MOT first time at roughly the UK average rate (92.2%) — solid but worth checking this vehicle's history carefully.

⚠️ Around 1 in 8 of these vehicles have had a dangerous MOT failure at some point — usually tyres or brakes, and often a one-off issue rather than a persistent problem. The group stats won't tell you which one you're looking at.

First-time pass

92.2%

UK average ~80%

Better than average

Dangerous (ever)

16.2%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

0.67

Over 7.4 tests on record

Moderate

Typical mileage

64k

Middle half: 52k–77k

For context

✅ Good baseline reliability. A 92.2% first-time pass rate puts this well above the UK average — it's a well-sorted vehicle in this age bracket.

🔧 Expect consumable spend. An average of 3.8 advisories per vehicle tells you wear items (tyres, brakes) get flagged regularly. Budget for them — they're not surprises.

🔍 The dangerous defect figure is real. Most are one-off tyre failures or brake issues — not structural problems. But it's exactly why checking the individual vehicle's history is essential, not optional.

These stats describe 1,034 vehicles as a group. The specific vehicle you're looking at could be the one good example or the one outlier. Run its registration to find out.

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What tends to go wrong

Across 1,034 vehicles — figures show how many had each issue flagged at least once in their MOT history.

Tyre wear 31.2%

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge · Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge · Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge · …

Budget for a full set — on a vehicle this age, tyres are expected consumables. An inspection will confirm how much is left.

Suspension & steering 27.9%

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil · Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement · Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil · …

Harder to spot without a ramp — this is a good reason to book a pre-purchase inspection.

Brake wear 14.9%

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin · Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both · Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin · …

Ask the seller when brakes were last serviced. If they don't know, factor in the cost.

Wipers & washers 11.3%

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid

Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2021.

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Before you buy a 2021 Levc Tx

Based on MOT data from 1,034 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 16.2% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded - recurring advisories often signal problems years before they become failures.
Search the reg on CarHunch for the full MOT history, reliability stats and a free AI-powered analysis of that exact vehicle.
🔍 Brake pipes, sills and subframes are the key areas on a vehicle this age — structural rust is hard to spot without getting underneath. A mechanic will check all of this before you commit, and give you a concrete basis to negotiate on price. Inspection →
📄 Outstanding finance, insurance write-offs and clocking won't appear in the MOT records — a dedicated history check covers all of this. Our link gets you 20% off automatically. History Get 20% off via CarHunch

Pass Rate by Fuel Type

Fuel type	Vehicles	Pass rate	Avg failures
Hybrid Electric (Clean) (100%)	1,029	92.2%	0.68

Colour Breakdown

Based on 7,773 Levc Tx vehicles registered in the UK — across all years. From DVLA registration records.

Black 86.5%

6,722

White 5.7%

440

Grey 3.3%

258

Blue 2.1%

166

Silver 0.7%

Orange 0.4%

Green 0.3%

Pink 0.3%

Red 0.2%

Multi-colour 0.2%

Purple 0.2%

Brown 0.1%

Mileage Distribution

Most 2021 Levc Tx vehicles sit in the blue band. If the vehicle you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.

64,229

typical

52,004

low mileage

77,442

high mileage

Half of all 2021 Levc Tx vehicles fall between 52,004 and 77,442 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 52,004 miles — lower than most. Could be great, or could be a vehicle that rarely moved. Check test frequency and mileage progression in the MOT history.

✓ 52,004–77,442 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2021 Levc Txs sit.

⚠ Over 104,546 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

2021 Levc Tx — Still on the Road

Almost all 2021 Levc Txs are still on the road.

Strong survival — 969 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025, 96% of the peak.

Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2022–2025.

MOT History Averages

7.4

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

0.67

Avg failures per vehicle

3.8

Avg advisories per vehicle

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