Levc Vn5 City
From 389 MOT tests. Above average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen, brake pedal anti-slip provision missing and loose or worn smooth. The top issue, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, caused 9 failures in 2024. Checking tread depth (1.6mm legal minimum, 3mm recommended) before your test can save an unnecessary fail. You can check prices at Black Circles if you need replacements. If you need repairs before retesting, sites like BookMyGarage let you compare local prices.
| tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements | 9 |
| wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen | 7 |
| brake pedal anti-slip provision missing, loose or worn smooth | 5 |
| a tyre cords visible or damaged | 3 |
| the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements | 3 |
| a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn | 2 |
| obligatory mirror or device inoperative, excessively damaged or insecure | 2 |
| engine mil illuminated indicating a malfunction | 2 |
| a tyre has a lump, bulge or tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure. this includes any lifting of the tread rubber | 1 |
| number plate inscription missing or illegible | 1 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. Only 20% of Vn5 City failures are serious (safety or roadside), below the 44.4% average. When this car fails its MOT, it's more likely to be lights, wipers, or emissions than something dangerous. When it does fail, the average repair bill is around £62.
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 88% | tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen |
Typical mileage
Half of all Vn5 Citys tested had between 18,535 and 54,854 miles on the clock. Relatively low mileage overall. Many are still fairly young.
At 37,376 median miles, the Vn5 City has 0.031 failures per 10,000 miles driven.
Other Levc models
| Levc Tx | 88.9% |
| Levc Tx Vista Comfort Plus | 90.1% |
| Levc Tx Vista | 87.8% |
Common questions
What is the Levc Vn5 City MOT pass rate?
The Levc Vn5 City has a 88.4% MOT pass rate based on 389 real MOT tests. This is above the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Levc Vn5 City?
The most common MOT failure on the Levc Vn5 City is tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, which caused 9 failures. Other common issues include wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen.
What is the typical mileage of a Levc Vn5 City at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Levc Vn5 City is 37,376 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 18,535 and 54,854 miles.
Buying a used Vn5 City?
Start with the free tools. Look up the specific vehicle's MOT history on GOV.UK The mileage at each test will show if it's been wound back, and the advisory history tells you what's wearing. Cross-reference that against the typical failures above to see if anything looks unusual for this model.
The free data won't tell you about outstanding finance, theft markers, or write-off history. For that, you need a vehicle history check This is especially important on a private sale where you have fewer legal protections.
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