Dealer report showed 89% SOH vs expected 92-93%
“A 3 year old C40 with about 8k miles came back at 89% SOH when I was expecting 92-93%.”
Independent Aviloo test showed 98% at 103k miles
“I bought a 2021 Mach-E with about 103k miles, and the dealer (Recharged) ran an independent Aviloo test on it before I paid. It came back at 98%, which I never would have guessed at that mileage.”
Dealer confirmed pack and wheels but gave no health figure
“The dealer sent me a photo of Settings > About, which confirmed the pack and wheels but gave me no health figure. The inspection report only covered brakes, tires and general notes.”
Neither dealer mentioned battery health on test drives
“I test drove two 2021 Model 3 RWDs with about 40K miles and neither dealer said anything about battery health, so I didn't think to do the 100% charge and compare to the EPA number.”
Friend's used Model Y tested at 93% after purchase
“A friend's used Model Y tested at 93% when we ran a proper battery health test after he bought it, so a real figure is worth getting in writing before you pay.”
Only 3 of 12 cheapest listings showed 85%+ battery health
“The EV lot near me lists battery health on every car and only 3 of the 12 cheapest were at 85% or better, which surprised me.”
Bought a used Tesla with no battery proof; regrets it
“I looked at several small dealers around Chicago for a used Tesla and not one listing showed a number. I bought anyway and it's been a nightmare since.”