LEVC VN5 Business (2021)

Estimated running costs and MOT pass rates from 114 MOT tests in 2024.

Annual Cost

£2,003

£167/month

MOT Pass Rate

87%

Good

Road Tax

£200

Standard rate/year

Est. Insurance

n/a

1477cc Hybrid

Solid Option

87% pass rate, £2,003/year to run. 5 points above average.

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Hybrid1477cc5 years old114 tests31k miles avg

Annual Running Costs

Fuel (Hybrid, 1477cc)

~42 mpg (petrol-engine estimate; hybrids usually use less)

£1,398

Road Tax

Standard rate (from April 2017)

£200

MOT Test

£55

Predicted Repairs

£350

Total per year£2,003

Per month£167/mo

Per week£39/wk

Estimates based on 7,400 miles/year (UK average), petrol at 174.57p a litre (GOV.UK weekly average, week of 19 October 2026), GOV.UK road tax rates and repair likelihood from MOT data. Insurance not included. Cars registered from April 2017 pay the £200 standard rate, plus £440 a year for five years (from the second year) if they cost over £40,000 new (over £50,000 for electric cars).

Reliability Verdict

87% MOT pass rate(Good)

0%All-model avg: 82%100%

Good reliability. Occasional issues but generally solid. That's close to the average of 82% across all models in our data. It falls below the LEVC brand average of 96%.

87% of MOT tests on LEVC VN5 Businesss from 2021 ended in a pass in 2024, when they were about 3 years old. That's based on 114 tests across the UK, retests included. The average mileage recorded at those tests was 30,646 miles.

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How Does It Compare?

Rank among 2021 models2954th of 3,336(bottom 12%)

Rank among LEVC models21st of 21(bottom 5%)

vs average of all models+5%(82% avg)

vs 2021 models average-5%(92% avg)

vs LEVC average-9%(96% avg)

Mileage Analysis

30,646

Average miles

22,200

Expected for age

The average 2021 LEVC VN5 Business had 30,646 miles on the clock at its 2024 MOT, which is above the expected 22,200 miles for a 3-year-old car. Higher-mileage cars often have more motorway miles, which is generally less harmful than stop-start urban driving.

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About the 2021 LEVC VN5 Business

The 2021 LEVC VN5 Business is a taxi. Our records list a 1477cc hybrid engine, though engines vary between versions. 114 MOT tests were recorded on this model in 2024, making it a rare model on UK roads. It sits in the bottom 12% of 2021 models for MOT pass rate.

With an average of 30,646 miles recorded at its 2024 MOT tests, LEVC VN5 Business owners cover more miles than the average driver.

2021 LEVC VN5 Business Fuel Costs

The 1477cc hybrid engine offers a reasonable balance between performance and economy. Our estimate uses around 42 mpg, the figure for a petrol engine of this size, which works out to roughly £1,398 per year with petrol at 174.57p per litre (GOV.UK weekly average, week of 19 October 2026; based on 7,400 miles per year). As a hybrid it should use less than that, and real-world fuel costs depend a lot on how much electric-only driving you do.

What does it cost to own a 2021 LEVC VN5 Business?

Total estimated annual running cost is £2,003 (£167/month), broken down as £1,398 fuel, £200 road tax, £55 MOT, and £350 predicted repairs. Repair costs are moderate, reflecting the 87% pass rate. Keeping on top of servicing will help avoid surprises.

Buying a Used 2021 LEVC VN5 Business

At 5 years old, the LEVC VN5 Business offers good value with plenty of life remaining. Most manufacturer warranties will have expired, so a pre-purchase inspection is worth the cost.

Common Issues to Watch For

These are typical issues for cars of this age, fuel type and engine size, not faults recorded on this model's MOT tests. Use them as a checklist when you view one.

Hybrid Battery Health

Medium risk

After 5 years, hybrid battery capacity may have reduced. A full replacement costs £2,000-£4,000, though reconditioning is cheaper at £500-£1,500.

Inverter and Power Electronics

Low risk

The inverter converts DC to AC for the electric motor. Failures are expensive (£1,500+) but relatively rare. Listen for unusual buzzing sounds.

Regenerative Braking

Medium risk

Brake discs can corrode from reduced use (the electric motor handles most braking). Surface rust is normal but deep pitting needs attention.

Service History

Low risk

Always request a full service history. Regular servicing is the single best indicator of how well a car has been maintained, regardless of mileage.

Questions about the 2021 LEVC VN5 Business

Is the 2021 LEVC VN5 Business reliable?

Good reliability. Occasional issues but generally solid. 87% of MOT tests on 2021 LEVC VN5 Businesss ended in a pass, from 114 tests (DVSA MOT data for tests in 2024, retests included). That's 5 points above the average of 82% across all models in the same data.

How much does a 2021 LEVC VN5 Business cost to run?

Our estimate is £2,003 a year (£167 a month): £1,398 fuel, £200 road tax, £55 MOT and £350 predicted repairs, based on 7,400 miles a year. Insurance is not included.

What is the MOT pass rate for a 2021 LEVC VN5 Business?

87% of 114 MOT tests on the 2021 LEVC VN5 Business ended in a pass (DVSA MOT data for tests in 2024, retests included). That ranks it 2954th of 3,336 models first registered in 2021 (bottom 12%).

What is the average mileage for a 2021 LEVC VN5 Business?

The average mileage recorded at MOT tests on the 2021 LEVC VN5 Business is 30,646 miles, which is above the expected 22,200 miles for a 3-year-old car. Higher-mileage cars often have more motorway miles, which is generally less harmful than stop-start urban driving.