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2018 Tesla Model S Electric · 808 DBR

808 DBR

2018 Tesla Model S (electric). First registered 06 Jun 2018. Recorded mileage 76,717 miles. MOT expired on 02 Jun 2026.

Make & Model
TESLA MODEL S
Year / Origin
2018
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Expired on 02 Jun 2026
Road Tax
—
Recorded Mileage
76,717 mi
ULEZ Compliance
ULEZ Exempt (Zero Emissions)
Fuel & Engine
Electric
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Expired
Expired on 02 Jun 2026
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Fuel Type
Electric
Year
2018
Engine
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Mechanical Assessment

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Wait, the prompt asks for 3 to 4 paragraphs. 3 is fine. Wait, check the "No generic automotive lectures" rule. I mentioned "mechanical stagnation" in relation to low mileage. Is that a lecture? The prompt says: "Do not lecture the reader on basic automotive theory... unless the vehicle was recorded as off the road for multiple consecutive years or had specific defects flagged for those items." This car has regular testing, so I should probably avoid the "stagnation" bit to be safe and keep it strictly to the mileage context. Revised Paragraph 2: The recorded mileage of 76,717 miles indicates a steady usage pattern, averaging approximately 9,590 miles per year over its eight-year lifespan. This level of annual accumulation is typical for a vehicle of this age, representing a balanced usage profile that avoids the extreme wear on consumables and drivetrain components often associated with much higher mileage, while also avoiding the potential for long-term inactivity. Revised Paragraph 3: Because the MOT history contains no advisories regarding suspension bushes, brake lines, or chassis corrosion, the inspection should focus on confirming the absence of emerging wear. Listen for any knocks or clunks when traversing uneven surfaces, which could indicate issues with the control arms or suspension linkages. Additionally, monitor the steering for any pulling and the brake pedal for any judder or unevenness to ensure the braking system remains as clean as the official records suggest. Let's check the opening again. A consistent history of clean roadworthiness defines this vehicle..." - Good. Final check of constraints: - No markdown. - No headers. - No bold. - No bullets. - 3 paragraphs. - UK terminology. - No "The most recent MOT..." - No owner speculation. One more check on the mileage context instruction: "explain what this specific usage history means mechanically for the vehicle." -> I have done this by noting it avoids extreme wear and long-term inactivity. Final Text Construction: A consistent history of clean roadworthiness defines this vehicle, showing a sustained period of mechanical compliance with no recorded defects or advisories across the last four years of testing. The latest pass on 27 May 2025 reinforces a stable mechanical trend, as the vehicle has successfully met all safety and environmental standards without requiring remedial work on critical components. The recorded mileage of 76,717 miles indicates a steady usage pattern, averaging approximately 9,590 miles per year over its eight-year lifespan. This level of annual accumulation is typical for a vehicle of this age, representing a balanced usage profile that avoids the extreme wear on consumables and drivetrain components often associated with much higher mileage, while also avoiding the potential issues related to long-term inactivity. Because the MOT history contains no advisories regarding suspension bushes, brake lines, or chassis corrosion, the physical inspection should focus on confirming the absence of emerging wear. Listen for any knocks or clunks when traversing uneven surfaces, which could indicate issues with the control arms or suspension linkages. Additionally, monitor the steering for any pulling and the brake pedal for any judder or unevenness to.
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808 DBR Key Findings

  • 4 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 27/05/2025
  • 76,717 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • No defects recorded at the latest MOT

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808 DBR MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 13 May 2026, 02:00
MOT Analysis

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4 MOT tests are recorded for this 2018 Tesla Model S (808 DBR) between May 2022 and May 2025.

The record contains 4 passes and 0 failures.

No failures or advisories appear anywhere in the recorded tests, so the documented MOT record is relatively clean.

PASS
FAIL
ADVISORY

808 DBR Mileage History

  1. 19/05/202251,945 mi
  2. 03/06/202365,409 mi+13,464 mi
  3. 23/05/202470,866 mi+5,457 mi
  4. 27/05/202576,717 mi+5,851 mi

Average of roughly 8,195 miles per year across 4 recorded odometer readings.

Technical Specifications

ULEZ Compliant

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
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MOT Roadworthiness: Average

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MOT Expired or Failed
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Exceptional MOT pass rate (100%)
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