Tesla Model S Perform Ludicrous Awd
From 767 MOT tests. Above average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
Pass rate by registration year
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are a tyre cords visible or damaged, a tyre seriously damaged and wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen. The top issue, a tyre cords visible or damaged, caused 33 failures in 2024. Checking tread depth (1.6mm legal minimum, 3mm recommended) before your test can save an unnecessary fail. You can check prices at Black Circles if you need replacements. If you need repairs before retesting, sites like BookMyGarage let you compare local prices.
| a tyre cords visible or damaged | 33 |
| a tyre seriously damaged | 19 |
| wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen | 9 |
| tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements | 8 |
| any fracture or welding defect on a wheel | 7 |
| a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn | 6 |
| windscreen washers not working or not providing sufficient fluid to clear the windscreen | 5 |
| a transmission shaft constant velocity joint boot severely deteriorated | 4 |
| the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements | 4 |
| excessive fluctuation in brake effort through each wheel revolution. | 3 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. 62.2% of Model S Perform Ludicrous Awd failures are safety items (worn brakes, tyre damage, steering play). The car still drives, but you shouldn't. Only 0% are the kind that would actually strand you. When it does fail, the average repair bill is around £80.
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 85.9% | a tyre cords visible or damaged, a tyre seriously damaged |
| 2019 | 84.7% | a tyre cords visible or damaged, a tyre seriously damaged |
Typical mileage
Half of all Model S Perform Ludicrous Awds tested had between 22,095 and 57,637 miles on the clock. Relatively low mileage overall. Many are still fairly young.
At 38,966 median miles, the Model S Perform Ludicrous Awd has 0.037 failures per 10,000 miles driven.
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Common questions
What is the Tesla Model S Perform Ludicrous Awd MOT pass rate?
The Tesla Model S Perform Ludicrous Awd has a 85.4% MOT pass rate based on 767 real MOT tests. This is above the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Tesla Model S Perform Ludicrous Awd?
The most common MOT failure on the Tesla Model S Perform Ludicrous Awd is a tyre cords visible or damaged, which caused 33 failures. Other common issues include a tyre seriously damaged.
What is the typical mileage of a Tesla Model S Perform Ludicrous Awd at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Tesla Model S Perform Ludicrous Awd is 38,966 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 22,095 and 57,637 miles.
Buying a used Model S Perform Ludicrous Awd?
Start with the free tools. Look up the specific vehicle's MOT history on GOV.UK The mileage at each test will show if it's been wound back, and the advisory history tells you what's wearing. Cross-reference that against the typical failures above to see if anything looks unusual for this model.
The free data won't tell you about outstanding finance, theft markers, or write-off history. For that, you need a vehicle history check This is especially important on a private sale where you have fewer legal protections.
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