2022 Levc TX 1.5L Hybrid electric (clean) · LS22 EXU

The 2022 LEVC TX presented for evaluation carries a current valid MOT certificate issued on 29 October 2025, having passed all statutory test categories at that examination. The examiner did however record two advisory items concerning the braking system, specifically noting that both front brake discs and both rear brake discs are worn, pitted, or scored to a degree not yet classified as seriously weakened under regulation 1.1.14 (a) (ii). Advisories are not failures, but they represent observations the tester considers to be developing defects that will require remedial attention within a reasonable service interval. Reviewing the history in chronological sequence, the vehicle has accumulated brake related wear advisories across multiple tests, including earlier front inner tyre edge wear and a power steering fluid low level advisory, which suggests a pattern of consumable progression rather than isolated incidents. The overall trend therefore reads as stable in terms of statutory compliance but with a clearly developing wear profile around the braking and steering systems that warrants close scrutiny. With regard to recorded mileage, this vehicle has covered 87,074 miles over approximately four years of service, which equates to an annual average of around 21,768 miles. This figure is substantially higher than typical private passenger car usage and sits firmly within the upper end of commercial or taxi operation parameters, which is consistent with the LEVC TX being a purpose-built hackney carriage and private hire vehicle. There are no significant gaps or periods of standing evident from the MOT frequency, indicating that the vehicle has been in continuous, hard daily service. Mechanically, high annual mileage of this nature accelerates wear on suspension components such as coil springs, anti-roll bar links, wishbone bushes, and top mounts, alongside brake caliper slide pins, wheel bearings, CV joint boots, and engine ancillaries including the timing chain, water pump, and clutch assembly if applicable. The consistent accumulation of brake disc advisories at high annual mileage is wholly expected and underscores that discs and pads on such a vehicle will likely require replacement well within typical passenger car intervals. For the prospective buyer, the recurring brake disc advisories deserve particular attention during a physical inspection and test drive. The recorded pitting and scoring on both front and rear discs suggests the discs are approaching the manufacturer minimum thickness and may present symptoms including brake shudder under firm pedal application, vibration through the steering wheel, and increased stopping distances, particularly in wet conditions. During a test drive, listen for any grinding or scraping noise from the calipers, and check whether the vehicle pulls to one side under braking, which would indicate uneven pad wear or a binding caliper. Inspect the discs visually through the wheels for a pronounced lip on the outer edge, blueing from heat, or surface corrosion that has not polished away, and verify that the brake fluid has been changed within the recommended interval, as neglected fluid will absorb moisture and compromise braking efficiency regardless of disc and pad condition. Beyond the braking system, the high mileage combined with the 2023 advisory concerning a minor engine oil leak and the low power steering fluid observation suggests that seals, gaskets, and hydraulic hoses may be showing their age. Under the bonnet, inspect the power steering reservoir for any residue indicating recent leaks that have since been rectified, examine the engine sump, timing cover, and cam cover gasket seams for signs of seepage, and check the condition of the auxiliary drive belt and tensioner. The 2024 advisory regarding rear tyres worn close to the legal limit on their edges also warrants investigation, as edge wear can indicate either incorrect wheel alignment, worn suspension bushes, or simply high mileage rotation. On a test drive, listen for any clonking from the front suspension over speed bumps, any knocking from the rear under load, and any uneven or wandering behaviour that may point to worn bushes or bearings. Given the taxi-grade usage pattern, it is also prudent to verify the service history stamps, confirm the timing belt or chain replacement interval, check the 12 volt battery health, and ensure all time-based fluid services including brake fluid, coolant, and transmission fluid have been carried out at the manufacturer prescribed calendar points rather than solely by mileage.