LEVC TX MOT Failure Rate & Common Faults
We analysed 12,708 MOT tests on the LEVC TX carried out in 2023. 13% failed at the first attempt, which is well below the 29% average across all cars in the same data. Put another way, about 9 in 10 TX models passed first time.
Results cover cars first registered from 2003 to 2023. Compared with other cars of the same age, 2003 models did best (64% passed, +7.5 points against the average for 20-year-old cars), while 2006 models fared worst (53%, −3.0 points). Tested cars had covered 82,244 miles on average, against 73,145 across all cars.
The most common reason for failure was visibility, found on 4.2% of tests (roughly in line with the 4.8% seen across all cars). The single most frequent fault was "does not clear the windscreen effectively", on 2.0% of tests.
- MOT tests analysed
- 12,708
- First-time pass rate
- 87%
- All cars: 71%
- Versus all cars
- +15.6 points
- Average mileage at test
- 82,244
- All cars: 73,145
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TX MOT pass rate by year
Older cars fail more often, so each year is compared with all cars of the same age. Bars above the dashed line did better than average for their age.
| First registered | Tests | Pass rate | All cars, same age | Difference | Avg mileage |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 76 | 96% | 98% | −1.8 points | 8,997 |
| 2022 | 2,324 | 93% | 93% | −0.2 points | 30,797 |
| 2021 | 2,062 | 91% | 91% | −0.3 points | 49,765 |
| 2020 | 1,720 | 88% | 88% | +0.4 points | 68,377 |
| 2019 | 3,870 | 85% | 86% | −0.8 points | 88,605 |
| 2018 | 2,030 | 88% | 84% | +4.0 points | 105,563 |
| 2006 | 207 | 53% | 56% | −3.0 points | 320,639 |
| 2005 | 197 | 60% | 56% | +4.2 points | 332,559 |
| 2004 | 99 | 55% | 56% | −1.5 points | 334,260 |
| 2003 | 53 | 64% | 57% | +7.5 points | 293,060 |
Why the LEVC TX fails its MOT
The share of tests with at least one failure in each area, compared with all cars.
| Failure area | TX | All cars |
|---|---|---|
| Visibility | 4.2% | 4.8% |
| Tyres | 3.0% | 6.3% |
| Lights and electrics | 2.8% | 11.3% |
| Brakes | 2.5% | 6.8% |
| Suspension | 2.1% | 8.9% |
| Steering | 1.0% | 1.8% |
| Body and structure | 1.0% | 3.5% |
| Seatbelts and airbags | 0.9% | 1.0% |
| Noise, emissions and leaks | 0.5% | 3.1% |
| Road Wheels | 0.4% | 0.4% |
Top 10 specific failure reasons
- 1does not clear the windscreen effectively2.0%
- 2tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm1.6%
- 3provides insufficient washer liquid1.6%
- 4less than 1.5 mm thick0.9%
- 5pin or bush excessively worn0.9%
- 6too low0.8%
- 7not working0.8%
- 8efficiency below requirements0.6%
- 9ball joint has excessive play0.5%
- 10ball joint excessively worn0.5%
Common TX MOT advisories
Advisories don't cause a fail, but they show what's wearing out. On a used TX, check whether these have been dealt with. Read our guide to MOT advisories.
| Advisory | Area | Share of tests |
|---|---|---|
| tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm | Tyres | 10.3% |
| pin or bush excessively worn | Suspension | 5.9% |
| less than 1.5 mm thick | Brakes | 4.7% |
| has a serious fluid leak | Suspension | 4.2% |
| tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm | Tyres | 3.5% |
| significantly and obviously worn | Brakes | 1.8% |
| Nail in tyre | Non-component advisories | 1.6% |
| leaking excessively from engine | Noise, emissions and leaks | 1.0% |
| Play in steering rack inner joint(s) | Non-component advisories | 1.0% |
| leaking excessively from transmission | Noise, emissions and leaks | 0.9% |
Tips to help your TX pass
Based on where TX models most often fail. For a full list, use our pre-MOT checklist.
Visibility · 4.2% of TX tests
Clear the view
Replace wiper blades that smear, fill the washer bottle and get chips in the windscreen repaired early, especially in the area directly in front of the driver.
Lights and electrics · 2.8% of TX tests
Walk round every light
With a helper, check headlights on dipped and main beam, sidelights, brake lights, indicators, the rear fog light and the number plate lamp. Replace blown bulbs in pairs and make sure no lenses are cracked.
Brakes · 2.5% of TX tests
Don't ignore brake warning signs
Grinding, squealing, a soft pedal or the car pulling to one side under braking are all worth investigating before the MOT. Check whether the last test noted worn pads or discs; if so, they may now be below the limit.
Compare with other models
Is the TX ULEZ compliant? See the LEVC TX ULEZ check, or view all LEVC models.
Other LEVC models
Models with similar pass rates
About this data
Based on 12,708 first MOT tests of the LEVC TX carried out in 2023.
Source: DVSA anonymised MOT test data (contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0). First attempts on cars only; “pass rate” means passing first time. Averages cover all 32,735,164 cars tested (71% passed), and years with under 50 tests are hidden.
Learn more about how our data works.
Frequently asked questions
Answers from 12,708 first MOT tests of the LEVC TX.
What is the LEVC TX MOT failure rate?
In our data, 13% of 12,708 first MOT attempts on the LEVC TX ended in a fail, compared with 29% for all cars.
What is the most common reason a LEVC TX fails its MOT?
The most common failure areas were visibility (4.2% of tests), tyres (3.0% of tests), lights and electrics (2.8% of tests).
Which TX year has the best MOT pass rate?
Allowing for age, 2003 cars performed best: 64% passed first time, +7.5 points against the average for 20-year-old cars. The weakest was 2006, at 53% (−3.0 points).
How many miles had a typical LEVC TX covered at its MOT?
The average was 82,244 miles, against 73,145 for all cars tested. 2023 cars averaged 8,997 miles and 2003 cars 293,060.
What is the most common MOT advisory on the LEVC TX?
"tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm" was recorded on 10.3% of tests, in the tyres area. 3.0% of TX models failed in that area too.
How can I check a specific TX's MOT history?
Enter its registration in our free MOT check. Across the 12,708 TX models in our data, first-time pass rates ranged from 53% to 96% by year, so one car's own record says more than the average.
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