2017 Tesla Model X Electric · FD67 XFP

The vehicle most recently passed its MOT on 10 September 2025. While the overall history is relatively stable, there is a concerning trend regarding the front braking system. The advisories for worn, pitted, and scored front brake discs have appeared consecutively in both the 2024 and 2025 tests. This indicates a lack of remedial action for a persistent issue, suggesting a maintenance trend that is stagnating rather than improving, as the condition of the discs has remained suboptimal for at least two years. With 31,159 miles recorded over nearly nine years, this vehicle has been used significantly less than the UK average, averaging roughly 3,462 miles per year. While low mileage generally implies less wear on the drivetrain and interior, it often introduces specific risks associated with vehicle stasis. Low-use electric vehicles are prone to certain degradation patterns that differ from high-mileage examples, particularly regarding the health of the 12V auxiliary battery and the physical condition of rubber components and seals. The recurring advisories for the front brake discs are a primary point of concern. In electric vehicles, regenerative braking reduces the physical use of friction brakes, which frequently leads to disc corrosion, pitting, and binding calipers due to inactivity. During a test drive, the buyer should listen for grinding noises or feel for brake shudder through the pedal, which would indicate significant surface irregularity. Furthermore, the reported distortion of the nearside rear inner rim should be physically inspected for flat spots or bends that could cause vibration or compromise tyre bead sealing over time. Given the low annual mileage, a thorough physical inspection of the tyres is essential. The buyer must check the sidewalls for perishing, ozone cracking, or flat-spotting, as tyres often age out before the tread wears down. Particular attention should be paid to the 12V battery health and the smooth operation of the door and falcon wing mechanisms, which can seize if not cycled regularly. Finally, the buyer should verify the service history for any calendar-based maintenance, such as cabin filter replacements and brake fluid flushes, as these are required regardless of mileage to prevent moisture contamination and system degradation.