2017 Tesla Model X Electricity · LC67 DTF

The vehicle remains roadworthy but the maintenance trend shows a clear shift towards worsening mechanical wear. While the car passed its most recent test in December 2025 at 99,651 miles, it introduced multiple new advisories that were absent in previous years. The appearance of play in both nearside and offside front lower suspension arm ball joints indicates that front end hardware is beginning to degrade, marking a departure from the previously clean inspection records. The mileage pattern is consistent with a nine-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 11,000 miles per annum. There was a significant period of heavy use between January 2024 (74,084 miles) and December 2025 (99,651 miles), where the car covered over 25,000 miles in under twenty months. This rapid accumulation correlates directly with the emergence of tyre wear and suspension issues noted in the latest report, suggesting the high-frequency usage has placed accelerated stress on consumable components and rubber bushings. A buyer must prioritise a physical inspection of the front suspension assembly, as the play in the ball joints noted in 2025 will likely require immediate replacement to prevent further instability. The recurring issue of tyres reaching the legal limit across the 2024 and 2025 tests suggests a pattern of reactive maintenance rather than proactive replacement. Check for uneven tyre wear patterns which might indicate alignment issues or worn control arms, especially given the edge wear specifically flagged by the tester in the most recent visit.