2017 Tesla Model S Electricity · LF67 WDM

The 2017 Tesla Model S presents a stable and improving maintenance trend, culminating in a fully clean MOT pass on 10 September 2025 at 68,839 miles with zero defects recorded. The two preceding tests in September 2024 and September 2023 also passed without advisories, indicating that any earlier minor tyre wear issues have been properly addressed and the vehicle has been consistently well maintained over the last three years. The mileage accumulation pattern is steady and typical for a nine-year-old vehicle, averaging roughly 7,649 miles per year. Between the September 2023 test at 59,738 miles and the September 2024 test at 66,846 miles, the car covered 7,108 miles in twelve months, followed by a much lower increment of 1,993 miles between September 2024 and September 2025. This recent drop in annual mileage suggests lighter use over the past year, which may have contributed to the absence of new defects at the most recent test. Earlier advisories focused exclusively on tyre condition rather than structural or mechanical faults. In September 2022 at 52,909 miles, the tester noted a cut in the nearside rear tyre that had not penetrated to the ply or cords, and in September 2021 at 45,088 miles, the offside front tyre was worn close to the legal limit and wearing on its inner edge. Both issues appear to have been resolved through replacement, as no tyre defects have been flagged since. The inner edge wear pattern on the offside front in 2021 could indicate historical alignment or suspension geometry concerns, so a buyer should verify the condition of the front suspension bushes, ball joints, and tracking settings during any pre-purchase inspection. Despite the clean recent record, a hands-on inspection remains advisable. The low mileage in the most recent MOT year raises the possibility of prolonged standing, which can cause brake disc surface corrosion, flat-spotting of tyres, and deterioration of rubber components such as suspension bushes and dust covers. A road test should confirm smooth regenerative braking operation, absence of suspension knocks over uneven surfaces, and even brake pedal feel. The underbody and battery tray area should be visually checked for any signs of corrosion or stone damage, given the vehicle’s age and the critical importance of structural integrity around the high-voltage components.