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MOT pass rates, common failures, and reliability data for the Tesla Model X. Check any Model X by registration number below.

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86.0%

Avg Pass Rate

+1.3%

vs Tesla Avg

5

Year Ranges

Excellent

Reliability

Tesla Model X — MOT Reliability Overview

The Tesla Model X has an average MOT pass rate of 86.0%, which is 1.3 percentage points above the Tesla brand average of 84.7%. This is a strong result, indicating that the Model X is well-engineered and tends to age well mechanically. Owners can expect fewer surprises at MOT time.

The most common reasons a Tesla Model X fails its MOT are a tyre cords visible or damaged, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen. If you are preparing your Model X for its MOT, checking these areas first could save you a retest fee. Our detailed fault analysis includes estimated repair costs for each failure type.

Before buying a used Tesla Model X, we recommend checking the full MOT history, write-off status, outstanding finance, and stolen vehicle status. These checks can be done for free using the registration number.

MOT Pass Rate by Year

How the Tesla Model X performs at MOT across different model years.

2019

Based on 1,846 vehicles

86.9%Excellent
Tesla average: 84.7%
Dangerous Defects

4.7%

Retest Rate

13.8%

Mileage at 5yr

81k mi

2018

Based on 4,113 vehicles

84.4%Good
Tesla average: 84.7%
Dangerous Defects

6.1%

Retest Rate

14.6%

Mileage at 5yr

80k mi

2017

Based on 6,297 vehicles

84.4%Good
Tesla average: 84.7%
Dangerous Defects

5.3%

Retest Rate

16.2%

Mileage at 5yr

79k mi

2016

Based on 214 vehicles

89.7%Excellent
Tesla average: 84.7%
Dangerous Defects

1.7%

Retest Rate

6.9%

0

Based on 4,627 vehicles

84.6%Good
Tesla average: 84.7%
Mileage at 5yr

53k mi

Top MOT Failures — Tesla Model X

The most common reasons a Tesla Model X fails its MOT, aggregated across all year ranges.

1

A tyre cords visible or damaged

3.4%
2

Tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements

2.1%
3

Wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen

1.9%
4

A suspension joint dust cover missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc

1.3%
5

A tyre seriously damaged

1.1%

Where Failures Occur

The areas of the vehicle most commonly flagged during MOT inspections.

Front Offside

3.4%

Rear Nearside

2.0%

Rear Offside

1.9%

Tesla Model X — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the Tesla Model X MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the Tesla Model X?
The average MOT pass rate for the Tesla Model X is 86.0% compared to the Tesla average of 84.7%. Pass rates vary by year — check the year-by-year breakdown on this page for details.
What are the most common MOT failures on a Tesla Model X?
The most common MOT failures on the Tesla Model X are: A tyre cords visible or damaged (3.4%), Tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements (2.1%), Wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen (1.9%). These are the components most likely to cause an MOT failure.
Is the Tesla Model X reliable?
With an average MOT pass rate of 86.0%, the Tesla Model X is rated as "Excellent" for reliability. This is a strong result suggesting good build quality and fewer common defects.
How do I check the MOT history of a Tesla Model X?
Enter the vehicle's registration number in the search box at the top of this page. You will instantly see the complete MOT history including every test result, mileage readings, advisories, and dangerous defects — completely free.
What mileage should I expect on a Tesla Model X?
Typical mileage for the Tesla Model X: 80,584 miles at 5 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used Model X to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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