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Black · Electric · 2017

L8 FTMMOT history

L8 FTM is a black electric Tesla Model S first used on 17 Oct 2017. Its MOT expired on 27 Oct 2026 and it has passed 6 of 8 MOT tests, with 171,291 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Oct 2026.

L8 FTM black Tesla Model S – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 27 Oct 2026
Mileage
171,291 mi
At MOT on 21 Oct 2026
MOT tests
8
6 passed · 2 failed
Per year
17,627 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L8 FTM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Tesla
Model
Model S
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Electric
Year of manufacture
2017
First used
17 Oct 2017
MOT status
MOT expired on 27 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
21 Oct 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

L8 FTM was last recorded at 171,291 miles on 21 Oct 2026, 15,128 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
156,163 miles · 1 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
15,128 miles
Average per year
17,627 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 171,291 miles
  • 2025 – 156,163 miles
  • 2024 – 137,590 miles
  • 2023 – 122,675 miles
  • 2022 – 100,350 miles
  • 2021 – 81,922 miles
  • 2020 – 64,587 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail171,291 miles
  • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022

What MOT failures mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022–2023

Full MOT history

8 tests since 1 Oct 2020, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail171,291 miles (+15,128)1 dangerous6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    171,291 miles
    Test number
    970434817270
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass156,163 miles (+18,573)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    156,163 miles
    Test number
    543662706140
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  3. Pass137,590 miles (+14,915)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    137,590 miles
    Test number
    770875637761
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  4. Pass122,675 miles (+22,325)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    122,675 miles
    Test number
    456438156970
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  5. Pass100,350 miles (+18,428)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    100,350 miles
    Test number
    392690110197
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass81,922 miles (+17,335)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    81,922 miles
    Test number
    672403307655
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass64,587 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    64,587 miles
    Test number
    970619849313
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  8. Fail64,586 miles2 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,586 miles
    Test number
    969232626113
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Questions about L8 FTM

Does L8 FTM currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L8 FTM expired on 27 Oct 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L8 FTM?
The MOT on L8 FTM expired on 27 Oct 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L8 FTM done?
L8 FTM was recorded at 171,291 miles at its MOT on 21 Oct 2026, an average of 17,627 miles a year.
Has L8 FTM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L8 FTM has failed 2 of its 8 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on L8 FTM ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on L8 FTM find?
L8 FTM failed its latest MOT on 21 Oct 2026 with 1 dangerous defect and 6 advisories: nearside front tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing, and 4 more.

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