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2018 Tesla Model S Electric · BK18 GKA

BK18 GKA

2018 Tesla Model S (electric). First registered 31 Mar 2018. Recorded mileage 38,569 miles. MOT expired on 02 Aug 2026. Taxed until 01 Nov 2026.

Make & Model
TESLA MODEL S
Year / Origin
2018 · Birmingham
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Expired on 02 Aug 2026
Road Tax
Taxed (01 Nov 2026)
Recorded Mileage
38,569 mi
ULEZ Compliance
ULEZ Exempt (Zero Emissions)
Fuel & Engine
Electric
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Expired
Expired on 02 Aug 2026
Tax Status
Taxed
Tax due 01 Nov 2026
Fuel Type
Electric
Year
2018
Engine
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Mechanical Assessment

AI-generated interpretation of this vehicle’s MOT record — not an official statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

The 2026-06-18 date is well after the most recent MOT test, which was conducted on 2025-08-04 at 38,569 miles, indicating a stable maintenance trend. The vehicle has maintained a consistent performance from 2022 to 2025, showing no signs of deterioration or sudden failures, whereas the 2024-11-02 test at 37,450 miles revealed rear tyre wear close to the legal limit, suggesting the owner may have skipped basic upkeep. The mileage pattern reflects a low mileage profile for a 2018 vehicle, with 4,821 miles accumulated over the past eight years. This rate is significantly lower than typical for such an age, suggesting the vehicle has been used in a way that minimizes wear on consumables and suspension components, though the gap between the 2025 and 2024 tests indicates a potential lack of regular maintenance. A buyer should inspect the car for structural integrity and mechanical wear in the suspension and brakes, as the MOT records highlight rear brake pad wear and tyre wear close to the limit. While the brake pads are relatively thin, the lack of structural rust or binding calipers suggests the system is not currently failing, but the tyre wear indicates that the owner may have neglected routine checks on the rear wheels.

BK18 GKA Key Findings

  • 4 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 04/08/2025
  • 38,569 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • No defects recorded at the latest MOT

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
68
/ 100 · Average
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MOT Roadworthiness: Average

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✗ MOT Expired or Failed
✓ Taxed
✓ Exceptional MOT pass rate (100%)
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BK18 GKA Mileage History

  1. 11/04/202226,173 mi
  2. 21/06/202331,108 mi+4,935 mi
  3. 02/11/202437,450 mi+6,342 mi
  4. 04/08/202538,569 mi+1,119 mi

Average of roughly 3,739 miles per year across 4 recorded odometer readings.

BK18 GKA MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 31 Aug 2026, 02:00
MOT Analysis

Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

4 MOT tests are recorded for this 2018 Tesla Model S (BK18 GKA) between April 2022 and August 2025.

The record contains 4 passes and 0 failures.

The record shows no MOT failures, although 2 advisory notices note items to monitor.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (1 issue), Tyres (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 2 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

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