Tesla Model X MOT Check
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
4.7%
13.8%
81k mi
2018
Based on 4,113 vehicles
6.1%
14.6%
80k mi
2017
Based on 6,297 vehicles
5.3%
16.2%
79k mi
2016
Based on 214 vehicles
1.7%
6.9%
0
Based on 4,627 vehicles
53k mi
Top MOT Failures — Tesla Model X
The most common reasons a Tesla Model X fails its MOT, aggregated across all year ranges.
A tyre cords visible or damaged
Tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements
Wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen
A suspension joint dust cover missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc
A tyre seriously damaged
Where Failures Occur
The areas of the vehicle most commonly flagged during MOT inspections.
Front Offside
Rear Nearside
Rear Offside
Other Tesla Models
Compare MOT reliability across Tesla models.
Tesla Model X — Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about the Tesla Model X MOT and reliability.
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