2017 Tesla Model X Electric · LC67 DVB

The vehicle presents a concerning trend regarding its suspension components. While the most recent test on 15 December 2025 at 73,670 miles resulted in a pass, the record shows a worsening pattern of play in the suspension ball joints. The tester flagged slight play in the offside rear anti-roll bar linkage ball joint, alongside nearside front and offside front lower suspension arm ball joints. This indicates that the wear identified in previous years has not been fully rectified or has progressed to include additional components. The mileage accumulation appears consistent with typical usage for a nine-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 8,186 miles per year. The data shows steady progression from 42,572 miles in March 2021 to the current 73,670 miles. There are no significant gaps in the testing schedule, though the frequency of tests increased in 2024. The vehicle has moved from a clean record in 2022 to a series of failures and advisories related to consumables and mechanical wear. A prospective buyer must prioritise a thorough inspection of the entire suspension system. The recurring advisories for ball joint play in both front and rear arms since January 2024 suggest that previous repairs may have been superficial or that the bushings and joints are reaching the end of their service life. The distortion noted on the nearside rear road wheel in January 2024 also warrants a physical check for wheel balance issues or structural integrity of the rim. The history also reveals issues with tyre maintenance and driver habits. The failure in January 2024 due to a cut in the offside rear tyre and heavy inner edge wear, combined with the 2023 advisory for a worn offside front tyre, suggests a pattern of neglected tyre replacement or potential alignment issues. Checking the current wheel alignment and the condition of all suspension bushings is essential to ensure these recurring mechanical faults do not lead to more costly component failures.