2020 Levc TX 1.5L Hybrid electric (clean) · LO69 MYY

Operating at an intense commercial tempo of roughly eighteen thousand miles per annum, this purpose-built Hackney carriage shows a heavy and continuous working life that has generated a steady stream of chassis and friction component advisories across eight recorded tests, culminating in a pass on the second of July 2026. While the vehicle has successfully avoided outright statutory failures throughout its history, the record displays a repeating cycle of tyre degradation, suspension wear, and friction material thinning that reflects the demanding stopping and maneuvering strains placed upon modern taxi platforms. Accumulating one hundred and nine thousand, two hundred and fifty-five miles over its six-year lifespan translates to an elevated operational intensity well above typical private passenger use, placing accelerated fatigue on high-wear assemblies including steering joints, dampers, and wheel bearings. This high-mileage commercial profile means that drivetrain components, electric vehicle architecture, and ancillary chassis systems have experienced severe thermal and mechanical cycling since the vehicle entered service, reducing the remaining design life of major mechanical sub-assemblies. During a pre-purchase inspection and dynamic road test, specific attention must be paid to the steering rack inner joints, which were flagged with play during the January 2026 test, alongside the front brake pads noted as wearing thin in July 2026. A prospective buyer should listen closely for knocking or vagueness when cycling the steering lock from stationary, check for uneven tyre shoulder wear patterns indicative of tracking misalignment, and test for pedal travel softness or scraping noises under braking. Furthermore, the history of rear shock absorber misting recorded in August 2024 and recurring tyre cuts, nails, and edge wear demand a rigorous physical assessment of the rear axle and suspension damping performance. The test drive should incorporate rough road surfaces to detect any float, excessive rebound, or unmitigated body roll from the rear suspension, while every tyre sidewall and tread block must be manually inspected for embedded debris, cracking, or structural compromise before purchase.