2018 Tesla Model X Electric · LF18 TKD
2018 Tesla Model X (electric). First registered 08 Mar 2018. Recorded mileage 120,084 miles. MOT valid until 04 Nov 2027. No outstanding manufacturer safety recalls recorded.
- Make & Model
- TESLA MODEL X
- Year / Origin
- 2018 · Stanmore (North London)
- Safety Recall
- None Outstanding
- MOT Status
- Valid until 04 Nov 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 120,084 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Exempt (Zero Emissions)
- Fuel & Engine
- Electric
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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LF18 TKD Key Findings
- 10 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 30/10/2026
- 120,084 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 3 historical MOT failures
- 5 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (7 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
LF18 TKD MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
10 MOT tests are recorded for this 2018 Tesla Model X (LF18 TKD) between March 2021 and October 2026.
The record contains 7 passes and 3 failures.
The most recent test on 30 October 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 3 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (7 issues), Brakes (3 issues), Suspension (2 issues), Windscreen (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 9 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 Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))”; “Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))”; “Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))”.
LF18 TKD Mileage History
- 24/03/202125,111 mi
- 21/03/202237,869 mi+12,758 mi
- 19/01/202350,991 mi+13,122 mi
- 21/12/202373,268 mi+22,277 mi
- 03/01/202473,375 mi+107 mi
- 04/11/202494,361 mi+20,986 mi
- 05/11/202494,361 mi
- 24/10/2025103,593 mi+9,232 mi
- 03/11/2025103,845 mi+252 mi
- 30/10/2026120,084 mi+16,239 mi
Average of roughly 16,954 miles per year across 10 recorded odometer readings.
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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.
MOT Roadworthiness: Average
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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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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- Falcon Wing Door SensorsModerate
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 ShudderModerate
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 & ThumpingModerate
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.
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