2020 Tesla Model X Long Range AWD Electric · GD69 NRO

The most recent DVSA MOT test recorded for this 2020 Tesla Model X Long Range AWD was a pass on 21 July 2025, with no defects or advisories recorded against the vehicle at that examination. Looking back through the history, the pattern shows a pass in January 2023, another pass in January 2024, followed by a failed test in January 2025, a further failed test just four days before the eventual pass in July 2025. The absence of recorded defect details on the failed entries is somewhat unusual, but the overall trajectory suggests the vehicle was brought to a satisfactory roadworthy condition relatively quickly following the 2025 advisories, and the present recorded status is clean. Given that the most recent outcome is a pass with no advisories, there are no immediate statutory concerns flagged in the official test record, though the two consecutive failures earlier in 2025 warrant cautious follow-up with the supplying dealer or previous keeper regarding what remedial work was undertaken to resolve them. The recorded mileage of 33,615 miles against a vehicle now six years old equates to an average annual usage of around 5,600 miles, which is notably low for a premium SUV of this type and well beneath typical annual mileage expectations. Such light usage can indicate that the vehicle has predominantly been used for short journeys, leisure, or has experienced extended periods of standing between uses. While low mileage generally preserves mechanical components such as the drivetrain and suspension, it carries its own set of considerations: brake discs and pads may suffer from corrosion or surface pitting due to infrequent operation, particularly on a vehicle of this weight, and tyres that have remained fitted for several years may exhibit sidewall perishing or cracking even if the tread depth appears adequate. Any significant gaps in recorded mileage between MOT tests should also be queried, as these can point to periods of storage or non-use that influence component longevity. From a practical inspection standpoint, a prospective buyer should pay particular attention to the condition of the brake system, given the known tendency for discs on lightly used EVs and heavy SUVs to develop lip corrosion and for calipers to seize through lack of regular exercise. On a test drive, listen for any scraping, grinding, or pulsation through the brake pedal, and inspect the wheels for evidence of significant brake dust accumulation suggesting binding calipers. The tyres should be examined closely for age-related perishing, cracking in the sidewalls, and uneven wear patterns, particularly on the rear axle where regenerative braking loading is concentrated; a date code of manufacture should be checked and any tyre older than five years viewed with caution regardless of remaining tread. The 12V auxiliary battery, which supports ancillary systems on Tesla vehicles, is susceptible to premature failure on low-mileage cars and is worth verifying for date of fitment and state of charge. Beyond braking and tyres, the Model X benefits from a comprehensive sealed drivetrain, but the suspension assemblies, drop links, and bushes remain conventional and should be assessed for wear consistent with UK road conditions and any kerbing incidents, which on this vehicle could also implicate the air suspension struts and their compressor system. On a test drive, listen for any clonks or knocking from the suspension over uneven surfaces, and confirm that the vehicle returns to its set ride height promptly after loading or activation. Given that the MOT record is clean of advisories and the mileage is low, attention should shift towards time-based rather than mileage-based servicing, including brake fluid replacement, coolant renewal for the battery and drive units, and inspection of the high-voltage system integrity by a suitably qualified specialist. A pre-purchase inspection by an independent EV-aware technician is strongly recommended, given that some Tesla-specific components and structural elements are not fully covered under a standard MOT examination.