2018 Tesla Model X Electricity · J33 SAO
2018 Tesla Model X (electricity). First registered 01/09/2018. Recorded mileage 83,823 miles. MOT valid until 15/01/2027. Taxed until 01/01/2027.
- Make & Model
- TESLA MODEL X
- Year / Origin
- 2018
- MOT Status
- Valid until 15/01/2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01/01/2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 83,823 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Exempt (Zero Emissions)
- Fuel & Engine
- ELECTRICITY
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- ELECTRICITY
- Year
- 2018
- Engine
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J33 SAO Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 16/01/2026
- 83,823 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (10 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Good
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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Known faults for Tesla Model X
Our database tracks 5 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
J33 SAO Mileage History
- 14/11/202362,831 mi
- 15/11/202362,831 mi
- 09/01/202463,408 mi+577 mi
- 27/04/202575,038 mi+11,630 mi
- 16/01/202683,823 mi+8,785 mi
Average of roughly 9,657 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
J33 SAO MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2018 Tesla Model X (J33 SAO) between November 2023 and January 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 16 January 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (10 issues), Tyres (8 issues), Lighting (3 issues), Windscreen (1 issue), Brakes (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 19 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.
Recorded failure items include: “Offside Rear Inner Position lamp not working In boot lid (4.2.1 (a) (ii))”; “Nearside Rear Inner Position lamp not working in boot lid (4.2.1 (a) (ii))”; “Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))”.
Common Problems: TESLA MODEL X
Known issues reported by owners and MOT testers.
- Falcon Wing Door Sensors(Moderate)
The complex sensors (ultrasonic and capacitive) in the falcon wing doors can fail, leading to "ghost" obstacle detection where the door stops opening or refuses to open at all.
- Front Half-Shaft Shudder(Moderate)
A shudder or vibration felt through the floor and steering wheel under hard acceleration, caused by excessive wear in the front drive shafts (half-shafts).
- Suspension Creaking & Thumping(Moderate)
Like the Model S, the heavy Model X is prone to premature suspension wear. Front lower control arms and sway bar links are common failure points.
- MCU1 eMMC Memory Failure (Recall 21V035)(Moderate)
Like the Model S, early Model X units with MCU1 infotainment systems are prone to eMMC memory failure, leading to a black screen and loss of critical functions. A recall (21V035) covers the replacement of the daughterboard with an improved 64GB chip.
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