LEVC TX4 MOT Failure Rate & Common Faults
We analysed 14,491 MOT tests on the LEVC TX4 carried out in 2023. 37% failed at the first attempt, which is well above the 29% average across all cars in the same data. Put another way, about 6 in 10 TX4s passed first time.
Results cover cars first registered from 2006 to 2017. Compared with other cars of the same age, 2009 models did best (62% passed, +3.3 points against the average for 14-year-old cars), while 2017 models fared worst (68%, −14.1 points). Tested cars had covered 210,308 miles on average, against 73,145 across all cars.
The most common reason for failure was lights and electrics, found on 17.0% of tests (noticeably above the 11.3% seen across all cars). The single most frequent fault was "pin or bush excessively worn", on 7.3% of tests.
- MOT tests analysed
- 14,491
- First-time pass rate
- 63%
- All cars: 71%
- Versus all cars
- −8.1 points
- Average mileage at test
- 210,308
- All cars: 73,145
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TX4 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 | 1,064 | 68% | 82% | −14.1 points | 122,955 |
| 2016 | 1,655 | 70% | 79% | −8.7 points | 144,736 |
| 2015 | 2,106 | 66% | 75% | −9.2 points | 165,697 |
| 2014 | 2,295 | 61% | 72% | −10.3 points | 190,117 |
| 2013 | 1,269 | 65% | 68% | −3.5 points | 208,742 |
| 2012 | 1,362 | 63% | 66% | −2.9 points | 230,727 |
| 2011 | 1,403 | 61% | 63% | −2.1 points | 261,156 |
| 2010 | 1,185 | 59% | 60% | −1.2 points | 294,167 |
| 2009 | 820 | 62% | 59% | +3.3 points | 283,615 |
| 2008 | 576 | 53% | 57% | −4.8 points | 282,913 |
| 2007 | 666 | 60% | 57% | +3.3 points | 297,278 |
| 2006 | 89 | 58% | 56% | +2.3 points | 333,987 |
Why the LEVC TX4 fails its MOT
The share of tests with at least one failure in each area, compared with all cars.
| Failure area | TX4 | All cars |
|---|---|---|
| Lights and electrics | 17.0% | 11.3% |
| Suspension | 16.4% | 8.9% |
| Brakes | 10.8% | 6.8% |
| Noise, emissions and leaks | 6.2% | 3.1% |
| Steering | 5.2% | 1.8% |
| Visibility | 4.9% | 4.8% |
| Body and structure | 4.4% | 3.5% |
| Tyres | 3.8% | 6.3% |
| Seatbelts and airbags | 1.5% | 1.0% |
| Road Wheels | 0.3% | 0.4% |
Top 10 specific failure reasons
- 1pin or bush excessively worn7.3%
- 2not working7.1%
- 3ball joint excessively worn6.0%
- 4efficiency below requirements4.4%
- 5inoperative or indicates a malfunction4.2%
- 6fractured or broken3.1%
- 7not working on dipped beam2.2%
- 8tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm2.2%
- 9ball joint has excessive play2.1%
- 10provides insufficient washer liquid2.0%
Common TX4 MOT advisories
Advisories don't cause a fail, but they show what's wearing out. On a used TX4, check whether these have been dealt with. Read our guide to MOT advisories.
| Advisory | Area | Share of tests |
|---|---|---|
| leaking excessively from engine | Noise, emissions and leaks | 11.8% |
| pin or bush excessively worn | Suspension | 9.4% |
| tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm | Tyres | 7.9% |
| ball joint excessively worn | Suspension | 6.1% |
| excessively corroded | Brakes | 4.5% |
| has excessive play | Suspension | 4.0% |
| in such a condition that it is seriously weakened | Brakes | 3.5% |
| corroded so that its cross sectional area is reduced and seriously weakened | Suspension | 3.3% |
| has an excessively worn bush | Suspension | 2.6% |
| less than 1.5 mm thick | Brakes | 2.5% |
Tips to help your TX4 pass
Based on where TX4s most often fail. For a full list, use our pre-MOT checklist.
Lights and electrics · 17.0% of TX4 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 · 10.8% of TX4 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 TX4 ULEZ compliant? See the LEVC TX4 ULEZ check, or view all LEVC models.
Other LEVC models
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About this data
Based on 14,491 first MOT tests of the LEVC TX4 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 14,491 first MOT tests of the LEVC TX4.
What is the LEVC TX4 MOT failure rate?
In our data, 37% of 14,491 first MOT attempts on the LEVC TX4 ended in a fail, compared with 29% for all cars.
What is the most common reason a LEVC TX4 fails its MOT?
The most common failure areas were lights and electrics (17.0% of tests), suspension (16.4% of tests), brakes (10.8% of tests).
Which TX4 year has the best MOT pass rate?
Allowing for age, 2009 cars performed best: 62% passed first time, +3.3 points against the average for 14-year-old cars. The weakest was 2017, at 68% (−14.1 points).
How many miles had a typical LEVC TX4 covered at its MOT?
The average was 210,308 miles, against 73,145 for all cars tested. 2017 cars averaged 122,955 miles and 2006 cars 333,987.
What is the most common MOT advisory on the LEVC TX4?
"leaking excessively from engine" was recorded on 11.8% of tests, in the noise, emissions and leaks area. 6.2% of TX4s failed in that area too.
How can I check a specific TX4's MOT history?
Enter its registration in our free MOT check. Across the 14,491 TX4s in our data, first-time pass rates ranged from 53% to 70% by year, so one car's own record says more than the average.
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