2014 Tesla Model S Electric · RK64 VBA

The vehicle remains roadworthy, but the maintenance trend shows a clear decline regarding suspension and consumable management. In the most recent test in September 2025 at 145,839 miles, the tester identified slight play in the offside front inner track rod end ball joint and a nearside rear tyre worn to the legal limit. While the car passed, the emergence of mechanical play after several years of clean records suggests that suspension components are beginning to reach the end of their operational life. At 12 years old, this Tesla Model S has been driven approximately 12,153 miles per year, which is higher than the national average for a passenger car. The data shows a significant surge in usage between April 2022 and September 2025, where the vehicle covered over 37,000 miles in just three years. This rapid accumulation correlates with the recurring tyre issues noted in 2023, 2024, and 2025, indicating heavy use that necessitates more frequent maintenance intervals. A buyer must prioritise a thorough inspection of the front suspension geometry and steering linkage. The flagged track rod end is an indicator of potential wear in the control arms, bushings, and ball joints which are common on high-mileage electric vehicles. Furthermore, the consistent history of tyres worn on the edges across the last three tests suggests a persistent alignment issue that has not been adequately addressed by previous owners. The presence of de-obscuring undertrays mentioned in the 2025 record also requires a physical visual check of the battery casing and subframe to ensure no hidden structural damage or corrosion has occurred out of view.