LEVC VN5 City (2021)

Estimated running costs and MOT pass rates from 383 MOT tests in 2024.

Annual Cost

£1,853

£154/month

MOT Pass Rate

91%

Excellent

Road Tax

£200

Standard rate/year

Est. Insurance

n/a

1477cc Hybrid

Great Choice

91% pass rate, £1,853/year to run. 9 points above average.

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Hybrid1477cc5 years old383 tests33k 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

Low estimate due to excellent reliability

£200

Total per year£1,853

Per month£154/mo

Per week£36/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

91% MOT pass rate(Excellent)

0%All-model avg: 82%100%

Excellent reliability. Very few MOT failures. That's 9 points above the average of 82% across all models in our data. It falls below the LEVC brand average of 96%.

91% of MOT tests on LEVC VN5 Citys from 2021 ended in a pass in 2024, when they were about 3 years old. That's based on 383 tests across the UK, retests included. The average mileage recorded at those tests was 33,026 miles.

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How Does It Compare?

Rank among 2021 models2266th of 3,336(bottom half)

Rank among LEVC models20th of 21(bottom 10%)

vs average of all models+9%(82% avg)

vs 2021 models average-1%(92% avg)

vs LEVC average-5%(96% avg)

Mileage Analysis

33,026

Average miles

22,200

Expected for age

The average 2021 LEVC VN5 City had 33,026 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 City

The 2021 LEVC VN5 City is a taxi. Our records list a 1477cc hybrid engine, though engines vary between versions. 383 MOT tests were recorded on this model in 2024, making it a less common model in the UK market. Among all models from 2021, the average MOT pass rate is 92%, and this model falls short of that benchmark.

With an average of 33,026 miles recorded at its 2024 MOT tests, LEVC VN5 City owners cover more miles than the average driver.

2021 LEVC VN5 City 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 City?

Total estimated annual running cost is £1,853 (£154/month), broken down as £1,398 fuel, £200 road tax, £55 MOT, and £200 predicted repairs. The low repair estimate reflects the excellent 91% pass rate. These cars rarely fail their MOT, so unexpected bills are less likely.

Buying a Used 2021 LEVC VN5 City

At 5 years old, the LEVC VN5 City 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 City

Is the 2021 LEVC VN5 City reliable?

Excellent reliability. Very few MOT failures. 91% of MOT tests on 2021 LEVC VN5 Citys ended in a pass, from 383 tests (DVSA MOT data for tests in 2024, retests included). That's 9 points above the average of 82% across all models in the same data.

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

Our estimate is £1,853 a year (£154 a month): £1,398 fuel, £200 road tax, £55 MOT and £200 predicted repairs, based on 7,400 miles a year. Insurance is not included.

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

91% of 383 MOT tests on the 2021 LEVC VN5 City ended in a pass (DVSA MOT data for tests in 2024, retests included). That ranks it 2266th of 3,336 models first registered in 2021 (bottom half).

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

The average mileage recorded at MOT tests on the 2021 LEVC VN5 City is 33,026 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.