2018 Tesla Model S Electricity · MW18 DSO

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance trend shows a pattern of reactive rather than proactive upkeep. The most recent test in August 2025 at 94,029 miles resulted in a pass, though a persistent TPMS light remains unresolved. This fault was a recurring issue noted in both the 2024 and 2025 records, indicating a sensor failure or air pressure issue that the previous owner has neglected to rectify despite multiple inspection cycles. At 94,029 miles over eight years, the Model S averages approximately 11,754 miles per year, which aligns with standard UK usage patterns for an electric vehicle. The mileage accumulation is consistent, with roughly 6,800 miles driven between the August 2023 and 2024 tests, and another 5,772 miles recorded between August 2024 and 2025. While the usage rate is predictable, the mechanical history suggests that components are only addressed once they trigger an outright MOT failure. A buyer must focus inspection on the braking system and front end components. The July 2023 failure at 81,420 miles highlighted significant brake-imbalance and excessive fluctuations across all four axles. While these were passed later, the frequency of such issues suggests potential warped rotors or sticking calipers. Furthermore, the 2024 failure at 88,256 miles revealed the offside front tyre below the legal 1.6mm limit and a defective wiper blade. The failure to monitor tyre depth before testing points to a lapse in basic preventative maintenance. The persistent TPMS light requires a diagnostic scan to determine if the fault is a faulty sensor or a slow leak. Given the previous history of brake fluctuations, a physical road test should check for any uneven pad wear or judder under heavy braking. The 2024 failure due to child seats obstructing seat belt inspections also suggests the vehicle was used as a family car, so the buyer should ensure all seat belt tensioning mechanisms and anchor points are fully satisfied.