BL18 ESU

2018 TESLA — MOT History, Mileage & AI Check

Data from DVLA & DVSA records, last checked 11 June 2026.

Vehicle details

Make & model
TESLA
Year
2018
Fuel
ELECTRICITY
Colour
GREY
Engine
Tax status (as of 11 June 2026)
Taxed
MOT status (as of 11 June 2026)
Valid
MOT due
15 July 2026 (31 days away)
Last recorded mileage
43,650 mi

AI verdict CAUTION 63/100

AI analysis by CarGPT, generated 11 June 2026 from this vehicle's MOT record. Not professional advice — always inspect before buying.

This 2018 Tesla has 7 MOT tests on record with a 71% pass rate and 43,650 miles. The high annual mileage and expensive insurance group further complicate the purchase.

The vehicle shows high annual usage, averaging 13,941 miles per year, significantly above the UK average of 8,000, with a notable spike in recent years.

Things to check

  • 2021-06-08: Failed MOT for nearside front windscreen wiper, immediately rectified.
  • 2022-06-17: Failed MOT for windscreen washer not working, also rectified.
  • High annual mileage (13,941 mi/yr) suggests more wear and tear on components.
  • Community-reported 'timing belt' advisory is a significant concern for an EV.

Working in its favour

  • Valid MOT until 2026-07-15, indicating current roadworthiness.
  • Consistent mileage trajectory with no suspicious drops or round numbers.
  • No recurring major failures on safety-critical systems like brakes or suspension.
  • Euro NCAP safety rating of 5/5 stars (2025) demonstrates high safety standards.

Mileage history

Jun 2021: 43,650 mi FAILJun 2021: 43,650 mi PASSJun 2022: 59,908 mi FAILJul 2022: 59,908 mi PASSJun 2023: 73,849 mi PASSJun 2024: 84,882 mi PASSJul 2025: 105,154 mi PASS105k74k44kJun 2021Jul 2025

MOT test history — 5/7 passed

DateResultMileageDefects & advisories
Jun 2021 FAIL 43,650 mi
PRS Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
Jun 2021 PASS 43,650 mi None recorded
Jun 2022 FAIL 59,908 mi
MAJOR Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
Jul 2022 PASS 59,908 mi None recorded
Jun 2023 PASS 73,849 mi None recorded
Jun 2024 PASS 84,882 mi None recorded
Jul 2025 PASS 105,154 mi None recorded

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This page shows public vehicle data for registration BL18 ESU, sourced from official DVLA and DVSA records, last checked 11 June 2026. It contains no information about the vehicle's owner or keeper. The AI verdict is generated from the MOT record and known model issues; it is guidance, not a professional inspection. If you are connected to this vehicle and want this page removed, use remove my vehicle — removal is immediate.