2017 Tesla Model S Electric · LG17 AKV

A recurring element in the MOT record is the tyre tread condition, with advisories in both 2020 and again in 2025 noting that all four tyres were worn close to the legal limit and showing edge wear, yet the latest March 2026 test returned a clean pass with no defects recorded. Apart from a single wiper failure in early 2021 and a minor interior seat‑button cover omission in 2022, the vehicle has otherwise passed without recorded faults, indicating that the primary mechanical concern centres on tyre wear rather than systemic component failures. At 122,397 mi for a nine‑year‑old 2017 model, the annual average sits around 13,600 mi, which is above the typical UK passenger‑car usage of roughly 8‑10 k mi per year. The MOT chronology shows annual testing with no substantial gaps, suggesting the mileage has been accumulated steadily rather than in large, undocumented bursts. This level of use will have accelerated wear on consumables such as tyres, brake pads, and suspension bushings, even though no specific failures have been flagged in the records. When inspecting the car, verify that the current tyre tread depth exceeds the 1.6 mm legal minimum on all corners and that the wear pattern is even, indicating correct wheel alignment and suspension health. Test the windscreen wipers for effective clearing across the entire glass surface, as the 2021 failure points to a possible motor or linkage issue that may have been remedied but could re‑appear. Examine the driver‑side seat for the presence of the forward and aft button cover; while not a safety defect, its absence may hint at interior trim wear that could affect cabin ergonomics. Given the high mileage, a thorough road‑test should include listening for any knocks or clunks over bumps that could reveal worn suspension bushings or degraded coil‑spring mounts, and feeling for any pedal judder or pull when applying the brakes, which would indicate brake‑disc or pad wear beyond what the MOT has captured. An EV such as this model also benefits from a check of the high‑voltage battery health and cooling system, but those items are not reflected in MOT data; arranging a specialist diagnostic scan will provide the most reliable insight into the drivetrain’s remaining life before purchase.