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teslamate-mcp

by cobanov

TeslaMate records everything your car does into PostgreSQL, and its Grafana dashboards answer the questions someone anticipated. The interesting ones usually arrive later — is the battery actually degrading or was it just cold?, what did charging cost me at home versus on the road?, which drive was that weirdly inefficient one?

This is a Model Context Protocol server that hands that database to an AI client, so those questions get answered without you writing SQL.

You  ▸ has my battery actually degraded this year?

     ⚙ get_battery_capacity_trend(days=365)

     Usable capacity, estimated from your charging sessions rather
     than rated range:

       2025-11    53.8 kWh
       2026-02    53.1 kWh
       2026-07    52.4 kWh

     About 2.6% over eight months, which is unremarkable. The
     February dip tracks outside temperature, not capacity —
     get_average_efficiency_by_temperature shows the same shape.
  • 35 tools. 30 analytics and search queries, run_sql for anything they don't cover, live schema introspection, and 3 interactive chart tools.

  • Filterable, not fixed. Every report takes optional car_name, days, limit, and threshold arguments. Call one with no arguments and you get the full classic report.

  • Charts in the conversation. On MCP Apps-capable clients, show_charging_curve, show_battery_degradation, and show_drive_route render self-contained SVG. Everywhere else they return the same rows.

  • Read-only unless you say otherwise. run_sql executes in a READ ONLY transaction that is always rolled back. The single write tool is off by default and can only touch one column.

  • Local or remote. stdio for Claude Desktop and Cursor, streamable HTTP with bearer auth for everything else.

Install

Requires a running TeslaMate with PostgreSQL, and Python 3.11+ (or just Docker).

git clone https://github.com/cobanov/teslamate-mcp.git
cd teslamate-mcp
cp env.example .env      # set DATABASE_URL
uv sync

Point your client at it — for Claude Desktop or Cursor:

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "teslamate": {
      "command": "uv",
      "args": ["--directory", "/path/to/teslamate-mcp", "run", "teslamate-mcp", "stdio"]
    }
  }
}

Ask it something. teslamate-mcp list-tools prints everything it found.

Related MCP server: Prometheus MCP Server

Remote

docker run -d -p 8888:8888 \
  -e DATABASE_URL='postgresql://teslamate:…@host:5433/teslamate' \
  -e AUTH_TOKEN="$(uv run teslamate-mcp gen-token | cut -d= -f2)" \
  ghcr.io/cobanov/teslamate-mcp:latest

The endpoint is /mcp, the probe is /health. Multi-arch images (amd64, arm64) ship with every release.

This database is your location history. Keep it on a private network — a VPN or Tailscale — rather than the open internet. Deployment covers the options.

Documentation

Everything beyond this page lives in the wiki:

Tool Reference

All 35 tools, their parameters, what each returns

Configuration

Every environment variable, with guidance

Deployment

Docker, images, proxies, exposure, troubleshooting

Writing Queries

Add your own tool with a .sql + .toml pair — no Python

Write Tools

The opt-in charging-cost write path and its grant

Development

Setup, tests, layout, releasing

Contributing

Issues and pull requests are welcome — see CONTRIBUTING.md. Adding a query needs no Python at all: drop a .sql file and a .toml sidecar into src/teslamate_mcp/queries/ and the registry picks it up.

A large part of the 0.9 feature line — typed parameters, twelve new queries, MCP Apps, and the SDK v2 migration — was contributed by @batubozkan.

License

MIT — see LICENSE.

Available Tools

18 tools
get_all_charging_sessions_summaryB

Get the summary of all charging sessions for each car. Returns charging statistics including total sessions, energy consumed, and costs.

ParametersJSON Schema
NameRequiredDescriptionDefault

No parameters

Output Schema

ParametersJSON Schema
NameRequiredDescription
resultYes

TDQS

B3.3/5.0
Behavior2/5

Does the description disclose side effects, auth requirements, rate limits, or destructive behavior?

No annotations are provided, so the description carries the full burden of behavioral disclosure. It mentions the return content (charging statistics) but lacks details on permissions, rate limits, data freshness, or error handling. For a tool with no annotations, this is a significant gap in transparency, though it does specify what data is returned.

Agents need to know what a tool does to the world before calling it. Descriptions should go beyond structured annotations to explain consequences.

Conciseness5/5

Is the description appropriately sized, front-loaded, and free of redundancy?

The description is highly concise and front-loaded, consisting of two sentences that directly state the purpose and return value without any fluff. Every sentence earns its place by providing essential information efficiently, making it easy for an agent to parse quickly.

Shorter descriptions cost fewer tokens and are easier for agents to parse. Every sentence should earn its place.

Completeness4/5

Given the tool's complexity, does the description cover enough for an agent to succeed on first attempt?

Given the tool has 0 parameters, 100% schema coverage, and an output schema exists, the description is relatively complete. It explains what the tool does and what it returns, which is sufficient for a simple read operation. However, it could improve by adding more behavioral context, such as data scope or limitations, to fully compensate for the lack of annotations.

Complex tools with many parameters or behaviors need more documentation. Simple tools need less. This dimension scales expectations accordingly.

Parameters4/5

Does the description clarify parameter syntax, constraints, interactions, or defaults beyond what the schema provides?

The input schema has 0 parameters with 100% coverage, so no parameter documentation is needed. The description doesn't add parameter details, which is appropriate, but it could have mentioned any implicit filters or defaults. Since there are no parameters, a baseline of 4 is applied, as the description doesn't need to compensate for schema gaps.

Input schemas describe structure but not intent. Descriptions should explain non-obvious parameter relationships and valid value ranges.

Purpose4/5

Does the description clearly state what the tool does and how it differs from similar tools?

The description clearly states the tool's purpose: 'Get the summary of all charging sessions for each car' specifies the verb (get) and resource (charging sessions summary), and distinguishes it from siblings like get_charging_by_location or get_daily_battery_usage_patterns. However, it doesn't explicitly differentiate from all siblings, such as get_total_distance_and_efficiency, which might also involve summaries.

Agents choose between tools based on descriptions. A clear purpose with a specific verb and resource helps agents select the right tool.

Usage Guidelines2/5

Does the description explain when to use this tool, when not to, or what alternatives exist?

The description provides no guidance on when to use this tool versus alternatives. It doesn't mention any prerequisites, exclusions, or specific contexts, such as comparing it to get_charging_by_location for location-based data or get_daily_battery_usage_patterns for time-based insights. This leaves the agent without clear usage instructions.

Agents often have multiple tools that could apply. Explicit usage guidance like "use X instead of Y when Z" prevents misuse.

get_average_efficiency_by_temperatureB

Get the average efficiency by temperature for each car. Helps understand how temperature affects vehicle efficiency.

ParametersJSON Schema
NameRequiredDescriptionDefault

No parameters

Output Schema

ParametersJSON Schema
NameRequiredDescription
resultYes

TDQS

B3.4/5.0
Behavior2/5

Does the description disclose side effects, auth requirements, rate limits, or destructive behavior?

No annotations are provided, so the description carries the full burden of behavioral disclosure. It describes a read operation ('Get') but doesn't mention any behavioral traits such as data freshness, rate limits, authentication needs, or what 'average efficiency' entails (e.g., units, calculation method). The description is too vague to fully inform an agent about how the tool behaves beyond its basic purpose.

Agents need to know what a tool does to the world before calling it. Descriptions should go beyond structured annotations to explain consequences.

Conciseness5/5

Is the description appropriately sized, front-loaded, and free of redundancy?

The description is two concise sentences that are front-loaded with the core purpose. Every word earns its place: the first sentence states what the tool does, and the second provides context without redundancy. There's no wasted text or unnecessary elaboration.

Shorter descriptions cost fewer tokens and are easier for agents to parse. Every sentence should earn its place.

Completeness3/5

Given the tool's complexity, does the description cover enough for an agent to succeed on first attempt?

Given the tool's complexity (a read operation with no parameters) and the presence of an output schema, the description is minimally adequate. It states the purpose but lacks details on behavioral aspects like data sources or limitations. With no annotations and an output schema, the description should ideally provide more context about what 'average efficiency' means or how results are structured, but it's not entirely incomplete.

Complex tools with many parameters or behaviors need more documentation. Simple tools need less. This dimension scales expectations accordingly.

Parameters4/5

Does the description clarify parameter syntax, constraints, interactions, or defaults beyond what the schema provides?

The tool has 0 parameters, and schema description coverage is 100%. The description doesn't need to explain parameters, and it appropriately doesn't mention any. A baseline of 4 is applied since no parameters exist, and the description doesn't incorrectly suggest otherwise.

Input schemas describe structure but not intent. Descriptions should explain non-obvious parameter relationships and valid value ranges.

Purpose4/5

Does the description clearly state what the tool does and how it differs from similar tools?

The description clearly states the tool's purpose: 'Get the average efficiency by temperature for each car.' It specifies the verb ('Get'), resource ('average efficiency by temperature'), and scope ('for each car'). However, it doesn't explicitly differentiate from sibling tools like 'get_efficiency_by_month_and_temperature' or 'get_total_distance_and_efficiency', which prevents a perfect score.

Agents choose between tools based on descriptions. A clear purpose with a specific verb and resource helps agents select the right tool.

Usage Guidelines3/5

Does the description explain when to use this tool, when not to, or what alternatives exist?

The description provides implied usage context: 'Helps understand how temperature affects vehicle efficiency.' This suggests when to use the tool (for temperature-efficiency analysis) but doesn't explicitly state when not to use it or name alternatives among the many sibling tools. No explicit guidance on prerequisites or comparisons is given.

Agents often have multiple tools that could apply. Explicit usage guidance like "use X instead of Y when Z" prevents misuse.

get_basic_car_informationB

Get the basic car information for each car. Returns VIN, model, firmware version, and other vehicle details.

ParametersJSON Schema
NameRequiredDescriptionDefault

No parameters

Output Schema

ParametersJSON Schema
NameRequiredDescription
resultYes

TDQS

B3.1/5.0
Behavior2/5

Does the description disclose side effects, auth requirements, rate limits, or destructive behavior?

No annotations are provided, so the description carries full burden. It mentions the return fields (VIN, model, firmware version, and other vehicle details) but lacks behavioral context such as whether this is a read-only operation, if it requires authentication, rate limits, or how data is sourced (e.g., from a database vs. live API). For a tool with no annotations, this is a significant gap in transparency.

Agents need to know what a tool does to the world before calling it. Descriptions should go beyond structured annotations to explain consequences.

Conciseness4/5

Is the description appropriately sized, front-loaded, and free of redundancy?

The description is concise and front-loaded, stating the purpose and return values in two clear sentences without unnecessary details. However, it could be slightly more structured by explicitly separating purpose from output, but it's efficient and earns its place.

Shorter descriptions cost fewer tokens and are easier for agents to parse. Every sentence should earn its place.

Completeness3/5

Given the tool's complexity, does the description cover enough for an agent to succeed on first attempt?

Given the tool has 0 parameters, 100% schema coverage, and an output schema exists (so return values needn't be explained), the description is minimally complete. It covers purpose and hints at output but lacks behavioral context (e.g., read-only nature, data freshness), which is a gap for a tool with no annotations. It's adequate but not fully comprehensive.

Complex tools with many parameters or behaviors need more documentation. Simple tools need less. This dimension scales expectations accordingly.

Parameters4/5

Does the description clarify parameter syntax, constraints, interactions, or defaults beyond what the schema provides?

The tool has 0 parameters, and schema description coverage is 100%, so no parameter documentation is needed. The description doesn't add param info, which is appropriate, but it could have noted the lack of inputs more explicitly. Baseline for 0 params is 4, as it adequately handles the absence of parameters.

Input schemas describe structure but not intent. Descriptions should explain non-obvious parameter relationships and valid value ranges.

Purpose4/5

Does the description clearly state what the tool does and how it differs from similar tools?

The description clearly states the tool's purpose: 'Get the basic car information for each car' specifies the verb ('Get') and resource ('basic car information'), and it distinguishes from siblings by focusing on static vehicle details rather than dynamic metrics like status, charging, or driving patterns. However, it doesn't explicitly contrast with all siblings (e.g., 'get_current_car_status' might overlap in some details), keeping it from a perfect score.

Agents choose between tools based on descriptions. A clear purpose with a specific verb and resource helps agents select the right tool.

Usage Guidelines2/5

Does the description explain when to use this tool, when not to, or what alternatives exist?

The description provides no guidance on when to use this tool versus alternatives. It doesn't mention prerequisites, context (e.g., for initial setup vs. ongoing monitoring), or compare to siblings like 'get_current_car_status' for real-time data, leaving the agent to infer usage based on purpose alone.

Agents often have multiple tools that could apply. Explicit usage guidance like "use X instead of Y when Z" prevents misuse.

get_battery_degradation_over_timeB

Get the battery degradation over time for each car. Tracks battery health metrics and capacity changes.

ParametersJSON Schema
NameRequiredDescriptionDefault

No parameters

Output Schema

ParametersJSON Schema
NameRequiredDescription
resultYes

TDQS

B3.1/5.0
Behavior2/5

Does the description disclose side effects, auth requirements, rate limits, or destructive behavior?

With no annotations provided, the description carries the full burden of behavioral disclosure. It mentions tracking battery health metrics and capacity changes, which implies a read-only operation, but doesn't specify data freshness, time range defaults, aggregation methods, or output format. This leaves significant behavioral gaps for a tool that likely returns time-series data.

Agents need to know what a tool does to the world before calling it. Descriptions should go beyond structured annotations to explain consequences.

Conciseness4/5

Is the description appropriately sized, front-loaded, and free of redundancy?

The description is appropriately concise with two clear sentences that directly address the tool's purpose. It avoids unnecessary elaboration while maintaining readability, though it could be slightly more front-loaded by combining concepts more efficiently.

Shorter descriptions cost fewer tokens and are easier for agents to parse. Every sentence should earn its place.

Completeness3/5

Given the tool's complexity, does the description cover enough for an agent to succeed on first attempt?

Given the tool's complexity (tracking degradation over time), the presence of an output schema helps, but the description lacks sufficient context about what 'over time' means (e.g., daily, monthly, all-time), how data is aggregated, or what specific metrics are included. With no annotations and minimal behavioral details, it's adequate but has clear gaps.

Complex tools with many parameters or behaviors need more documentation. Simple tools need less. This dimension scales expectations accordingly.

Parameters4/5

Does the description clarify parameter syntax, constraints, interactions, or defaults beyond what the schema provides?

The tool has zero parameters with 100% schema description coverage, so the schema fully documents the input requirements. The description doesn't need to explain parameters, and it appropriately avoids redundant information, earning a baseline score of 4 for parameter-free tools.

Input schemas describe structure but not intent. Descriptions should explain non-obvious parameter relationships and valid value ranges.

Purpose4/5

Does the description clearly state what the tool does and how it differs from similar tools?

The description clearly states the tool's purpose with specific verbs ('get', 'tracks') and resources ('battery degradation over time', 'battery health metrics', 'capacity changes'). It distinguishes from some siblings like 'get_battery_health_summary' by focusing on temporal trends rather than summary statistics, though it doesn't explicitly differentiate from all potential alternatives.

Agents choose between tools based on descriptions. A clear purpose with a specific verb and resource helps agents select the right tool.

Usage Guidelines2/5

Does the description explain when to use this tool, when not to, or what alternatives exist?

The description provides no guidance on when to use this tool versus alternatives. It doesn't mention prerequisites, timing considerations, or compare it to siblings like 'get_battery_health_summary' or 'get_daily_battery_usage_patterns', leaving the agent to infer usage context independently.

Agents often have multiple tools that could apply. Explicit usage guidance like "use X instead of Y when Z" prevents misuse.

get_battery_health_summaryB

Get the battery health summary for each car. Provides current battery health status and statistics.

ParametersJSON Schema
NameRequiredDescriptionDefault

No parameters

Output Schema

ParametersJSON Schema
NameRequiredDescription
resultYes

TDQS

B3.2/5.0
Behavior2/5

Does the description disclose side effects, auth requirements, rate limits, or destructive behavior?

With no annotations provided, the description carries full burden for behavioral disclosure. It mentions the tool 'provides current battery health status and statistics' which suggests a read-only operation, but doesn't specify format, scope (all cars vs filtered), response structure, or any limitations. For a tool with zero annotation coverage, this leaves significant behavioral questions unanswered.

Agents need to know what a tool does to the world before calling it. Descriptions should go beyond structured annotations to explain consequences.

Conciseness5/5

Is the description appropriately sized, front-loaded, and free of redundancy?

The description is perfectly concise with two sentences that each add value. The first sentence states the core purpose, the second adds important detail about what's provided. No wasted words, no redundancy, and front-loaded with the main action.

Shorter descriptions cost fewer tokens and are easier for agents to parse. Every sentence should earn its place.

Completeness3/5

Given the tool's complexity, does the description cover enough for an agent to succeed on first attempt?

Given the tool has 0 parameters, 100% schema coverage, and an output schema exists, the description is reasonably complete for its purpose. However, with no annotations and multiple sibling tools in the same domain, it should ideally provide more context about when this summary tool is appropriate versus other battery-related tools. The existence of an output schema means the description doesn't need to explain return values.

Complex tools with many parameters or behaviors need more documentation. Simple tools need less. This dimension scales expectations accordingly.

Parameters4/5

Does the description clarify parameter syntax, constraints, interactions, or defaults beyond what the schema provides?

The tool has 0 parameters with 100% schema description coverage, so the schema already fully documents the parameter situation. The description appropriately doesn't discuss parameters since none exist. Baseline for 0 parameters with full schema coverage is 4, as the description correctly avoids redundant parameter information.

Input schemas describe structure but not intent. Descriptions should explain non-obvious parameter relationships and valid value ranges.

Purpose4/5

Does the description clearly state what the tool does and how it differs from similar tools?

The description clearly states the action ('Get') and resource ('battery health summary for each car'), specifying it provides status and statistics. It distinguishes from siblings like 'get_battery_degradation_over_time' by focusing on current status rather than historical trends. However, it doesn't explicitly differentiate from all battery-related tools like 'get_daily_battery_usage_patterns'.

Agents choose between tools based on descriptions. A clear purpose with a specific verb and resource helps agents select the right tool.

Usage Guidelines2/5

Does the description explain when to use this tool, when not to, or what alternatives exist?

The description provides no guidance on when to use this tool versus alternatives. With multiple battery-related siblings (get_battery_degradation_over_time, get_daily_battery_usage_patterns), there's no indication of when this summary tool is preferred over more specific battery tools. No prerequisites or exclusions are mentioned.

Agents often have multiple tools that could apply. Explicit usage guidance like "use X instead of Y when Z" prevents misuse.

get_charging_by_locationB

Get the charging by location for each car. Shows charging patterns and statistics grouped by location.

ParametersJSON Schema
NameRequiredDescriptionDefault

No parameters

Output Schema

ParametersJSON Schema
NameRequiredDescription
resultYes

TDQS

B3.1/5.0
Behavior2/5

Does the description disclose side effects, auth requirements, rate limits, or destructive behavior?

With no annotations provided, the description carries full burden for behavioral disclosure. It states what the tool returns ('charging patterns and statistics grouped by location') but doesn't disclose whether this is a read-only operation, whether it requires authentication, rate limits, data freshness, or error conditions. For a tool with zero annotation coverage, this leaves significant behavioral gaps.

Agents need to know what a tool does to the world before calling it. Descriptions should go beyond structured annotations to explain consequences.

Conciseness4/5

Is the description appropriately sized, front-loaded, and free of redundancy?

The description is appropriately concise with two sentences that each add value. The first sentence states the core purpose, and the second adds context about what's shown. There's no wasted verbiage or repetition. However, it could be slightly more front-loaded by combining the two ideas more tightly.

Shorter descriptions cost fewer tokens and are easier for agents to parse. Every sentence should earn its place.

Completeness3/5

Given the tool's complexity, does the description cover enough for an agent to succeed on first attempt?

Given that the tool has no parameters, has an output schema (which handles return values), and relatively simple functionality, the description is reasonably complete. It explains what data is retrieved and how it's organized. However, for a tool with no annotations, it should ideally provide more behavioral context about the operation's characteristics and limitations.

Complex tools with many parameters or behaviors need more documentation. Simple tools need less. This dimension scales expectations accordingly.

Parameters4/5

Does the description clarify parameter syntax, constraints, interactions, or defaults beyond what the schema provides?

The tool has zero parameters with 100% schema description coverage, so the baseline is 4. The description doesn't need to explain parameters since none exist, and it appropriately focuses on what the tool returns rather than parameter semantics.

Input schemas describe structure but not intent. Descriptions should explain non-obvious parameter relationships and valid value ranges.

Purpose4/5

Does the description clearly state what the tool does and how it differs from similar tools?

The description clearly states the tool's purpose: 'Get the charging by location for each car' specifies the verb (get) and resource (charging by location). It distinguishes from siblings by focusing on location-based charging patterns rather than summaries, efficiency, or other metrics. However, it doesn't explicitly differentiate from 'get_most_visited_locations' which might overlap conceptually.

Agents choose between tools based on descriptions. A clear purpose with a specific verb and resource helps agents select the right tool.

Usage Guidelines2/5

Does the description explain when to use this tool, when not to, or what alternatives exist?

The description provides no guidance on when to use this tool versus alternatives. It mentions 'Shows charging patterns and statistics grouped by location' but doesn't indicate when this is preferable to other charging-related tools like 'get_all_charging_sessions_summary' or location-related tools like 'get_most_visited_locations'. No explicit when/when-not statements or alternative recommendations are provided.

Agents often have multiple tools that could apply. Explicit usage guidance like "use X instead of Y when Z" prevents misuse.

get_current_car_statusB

Get the current car status for each car. Returns real-time vehicle status including location, battery level, and state.

ParametersJSON Schema
NameRequiredDescriptionDefault

No parameters

Output Schema

ParametersJSON Schema
NameRequiredDescription
resultYes

TDQS

B3.2/5.0
Behavior2/5

Does the description disclose side effects, auth requirements, rate limits, or destructive behavior?

No annotations are provided, so the description carries full burden. It mentions 'real-time vehicle status' and lists data types (location, battery level, state), but doesn't disclose behavioral traits like rate limits, authentication needs, data freshness, or whether it returns all cars or requires filtering. For a tool with zero annotation coverage, this is a significant gap in transparency.

Agents need to know what a tool does to the world before calling it. Descriptions should go beyond structured annotations to explain consequences.

Conciseness4/5

Is the description appropriately sized, front-loaded, and free of redundancy?

The description is appropriately sized and front-loaded: the first sentence states the core purpose, and the second adds key details about return values. Both sentences earn their place by clarifying scope and data types. It could be slightly more structured by explicitly separating purpose from output details.

Shorter descriptions cost fewer tokens and are easier for agents to parse. Every sentence should earn its place.

Completeness4/5

Given the tool's complexity, does the description cover enough for an agent to succeed on first attempt?

Given the tool has 0 parameters, 100% schema coverage, and an output schema exists, the description is reasonably complete. It explains what the tool does and hints at return values, though it could better address behavioral aspects like real-time constraints. The output schema likely covers return details, reducing the need for extensive description.

Complex tools with many parameters or behaviors need more documentation. Simple tools need less. This dimension scales expectations accordingly.

Parameters4/5

Does the description clarify parameter syntax, constraints, interactions, or defaults beyond what the schema provides?

The tool has 0 parameters, and schema description coverage is 100%, so no parameter documentation is needed. The description doesn't add parameter semantics beyond the schema, but with no parameters, a baseline score of 4 is appropriate as there's nothing to compensate for.

Input schemas describe structure but not intent. Descriptions should explain non-obvious parameter relationships and valid value ranges.

Purpose4/5

Does the description clearly state what the tool does and how it differs from similar tools?

The description clearly states the tool's purpose: 'Get the current car status for each car' specifies the verb (get) and resource (car status). It distinguishes from siblings by focusing on real-time status rather than historical summaries or specific metrics like battery degradation or charging sessions. However, it doesn't explicitly contrast with 'get_basic_car_information', which might overlap.

Agents choose between tools based on descriptions. A clear purpose with a specific verb and resource helps agents select the right tool.

Usage Guidelines2/5

Does the description explain when to use this tool, when not to, or what alternatives exist?

The description provides no guidance on when to use this tool versus alternatives. It doesn't mention prerequisites, timing considerations (e.g., real-time vs. cached data), or compare to siblings like 'get_basic_car_information' or 'get_total_distance_and_efficiency'. Usage is implied by the real-time focus but not explicitly stated.

Agents often have multiple tools that could apply. Explicit usage guidance like "use X instead of Y when Z" prevents misuse.

get_daily_battery_usage_patternsB

Get the daily battery usage patterns for each car. Analyzes battery consumption patterns throughout the day.

ParametersJSON Schema
NameRequiredDescriptionDefault

No parameters

Output Schema

ParametersJSON Schema
NameRequiredDescription
resultYes

TDQS

B3.2/5.0
Behavior2/5

Does the description disclose side effects, auth requirements, rate limits, or destructive behavior?

With no annotations provided, the description carries the full burden of behavioral disclosure. It states the tool 'Analyzes battery consumption patterns,' implying a read-only operation, but doesn't cover critical aspects like data freshness, rate limits, authentication needs, or output format. This leaves significant gaps in understanding how the tool behaves in practice.

Agents need to know what a tool does to the world before calling it. Descriptions should go beyond structured annotations to explain consequences.

Conciseness5/5

Is the description appropriately sized, front-loaded, and free of redundancy?

The description is front-loaded and efficient, using two concise sentences that directly state the tool's purpose and analysis scope without any redundant or unnecessary information. Every sentence earns its place by contributing to understanding the tool's function.

Shorter descriptions cost fewer tokens and are easier for agents to parse. Every sentence should earn its place.

Completeness3/5

Given the tool's complexity, does the description cover enough for an agent to succeed on first attempt?

Given the tool's complexity (implied analysis of patterns), no annotations, and an output schema present, the description is minimally adequate. It covers the basic purpose but lacks details on behavioral traits, usage context, or what the output entails, relying on the output schema to fill in return values. This leaves room for improvement in completeness.

Complex tools with many parameters or behaviors need more documentation. Simple tools need less. This dimension scales expectations accordingly.

Parameters4/5

Does the description clarify parameter syntax, constraints, interactions, or defaults beyond what the schema provides?

The input schema has 0 parameters with 100% coverage, so no parameter documentation is needed. The description adds no parameter information, which is appropriate here, but it doesn't compensate for any gaps since there are none. A baseline of 4 is applied as it meets the requirement for a tool with no parameters.

Input schemas describe structure but not intent. Descriptions should explain non-obvious parameter relationships and valid value ranges.

Purpose4/5

Does the description clearly state what the tool does and how it differs from similar tools?

The description clearly states the tool's purpose with a specific verb ('Get') and resource ('daily battery usage patterns for each car'), and distinguishes it from siblings like 'get_daily_driving_patterns' by focusing on battery consumption rather than driving. However, it doesn't explicitly differentiate from all siblings, such as 'get_battery_health_summary' or 'get_unusual_power_consumption', which might overlap in battery-related analysis.

Agents choose between tools based on descriptions. A clear purpose with a specific verb and resource helps agents select the right tool.

Usage Guidelines2/5

Does the description explain when to use this tool, when not to, or what alternatives exist?

The description provides no guidance on when to use this tool versus alternatives. It mentions analyzing 'battery consumption patterns throughout the day' but doesn't specify contexts, prerequisites, or exclusions, leaving the agent to infer usage from the purpose alone without explicit direction.

Agents often have multiple tools that could apply. Explicit usage guidance like "use X instead of Y when Z" prevents misuse.

get_daily_driving_patternsB

Get the daily driving patterns for each car. Shows driving habits and patterns by day of week and time.

ParametersJSON Schema
NameRequiredDescriptionDefault

No parameters

Output Schema

ParametersJSON Schema
NameRequiredDescription
resultYes

TDQS

B3.2/5.0
Behavior2/5

Does the description disclose side effects, auth requirements, rate limits, or destructive behavior?

No annotations are provided, so the description carries the full burden of behavioral disclosure. It states the tool 'Get[s]' data, implying a read-only operation, but doesn't clarify aspects like authentication needs, rate limits, data freshness, or whether it aggregates historical data. The description adds minimal context beyond the basic purpose, missing key behavioral traits for a tool with no annotation support.

Agents need to know what a tool does to the world before calling it. Descriptions should go beyond structured annotations to explain consequences.

Conciseness5/5

Is the description appropriately sized, front-loaded, and free of redundancy?

The description is two concise sentences that efficiently convey the tool's purpose and output focus. The first sentence states the action and resource, and the second elaborates on the data's nature. There is no wasted language, and it is front-loaded with the core functionality.

Shorter descriptions cost fewer tokens and are easier for agents to parse. Every sentence should earn its place.

Completeness3/5

Given the tool's complexity, does the description cover enough for an agent to succeed on first attempt?

Given the tool has 0 parameters, 100% schema coverage, and an output schema, the description is minimally adequate. It explains what the tool does and the type of data returned, but with no annotations and many sibling tools, it lacks guidance on usage and behavioral details. The output schema likely covers return values, so the description's focus on semantics is sufficient, but overall completeness is limited by the missing context for selection and operation.

Complex tools with many parameters or behaviors need more documentation. Simple tools need less. This dimension scales expectations accordingly.

Parameters4/5

Does the description clarify parameter syntax, constraints, interactions, or defaults beyond what the schema provides?

The input schema has 0 parameters with 100% description coverage, so no parameter documentation is needed. The description doesn't discuss parameters, which is appropriate given the schema's completeness. It adds value by explaining the output's focus on 'driving habits and patterns by day of week and time', which helps the agent understand the return data's structure beyond what the output schema might provide.

Input schemas describe structure but not intent. Descriptions should explain non-obvious parameter relationships and valid value ranges.

Purpose4/5

Does the description clearly state what the tool does and how it differs from similar tools?

The description clearly states the tool's purpose: 'Get the daily driving patterns for each car' specifies the verb (get) and resource (daily driving patterns for each car). It distinguishes from siblings by focusing on driving habits by day/time, unlike tools for charging, efficiency, or battery health. However, it doesn't explicitly differentiate from 'get_daily_battery_usage_patterns' or 'get_drive_summary_per_day', which might overlap in scope.

Agents choose between tools based on descriptions. A clear purpose with a specific verb and resource helps agents select the right tool.

Usage Guidelines2/5

Does the description explain when to use this tool, when not to, or what alternatives exist?

The description provides no guidance on when to use this tool versus alternatives. It mentions 'driving habits and patterns by day of week and time' but doesn't specify use cases, prerequisites, or exclusions. With many sibling tools (e.g., 'get_daily_battery_usage_patterns', 'get_drive_summary_per_day'), the lack of explicit comparison leaves the agent guessing about the best choice.

Agents often have multiple tools that could apply. Explicit usage guidance like "use X instead of Y when Z" prevents misuse.

get_drive_summary_per_dayB

Get the drive summary per day for each car. Provides daily driving statistics including distance, duration, and efficiency.

ParametersJSON Schema
NameRequiredDescriptionDefault

No parameters

Output Schema

ParametersJSON Schema
NameRequiredDescription
resultYes

TDQS

B3.2/5.0
Behavior2/5

Does the description disclose side effects, auth requirements, rate limits, or destructive behavior?

With no annotations provided, the description carries full burden for behavioral disclosure. It states what data is returned but doesn't cover critical aspects like whether this is a read-only operation, authentication requirements, rate limits, or how data is formatted (e.g., aggregated vs. raw). This is inadequate for a tool with no annotation coverage.

Agents need to know what a tool does to the world before calling it. Descriptions should go beyond structured annotations to explain consequences.

Conciseness5/5

Is the description appropriately sized, front-loaded, and free of redundancy?

The description is extremely concise and front-loaded: two sentences that directly state the tool's purpose and what it provides, with no wasted words. Every sentence adds value by clarifying the scope and content of the summary.

Shorter descriptions cost fewer tokens and are easier for agents to parse. Every sentence should earn its place.

Completeness3/5

Given the tool's complexity, does the description cover enough for an agent to succeed on first attempt?

Given the tool has no parameters, an output schema exists, and no annotations are provided, the description is minimally adequate. It explains what data is returned but lacks context on behavioral traits like safety or performance. With output schema handling return values, the description meets basic needs but could improve by addressing usage scenarios.

Complex tools with many parameters or behaviors need more documentation. Simple tools need less. This dimension scales expectations accordingly.

Parameters4/5

Does the description clarify parameter syntax, constraints, interactions, or defaults beyond what the schema provides?

The input schema has 0 parameters with 100% coverage, so no parameter documentation is needed. The description appropriately doesn't discuss parameters, focusing instead on the tool's output semantics, which aligns with the baseline for zero-parameter tools.

Input schemas describe structure but not intent. Descriptions should explain non-obvious parameter relationships and valid value ranges.

Purpose4/5

Does the description clearly state what the tool does and how it differs from similar tools?

The description clearly states the tool's purpose: 'Get the drive summary per day for each car' with specific details about what statistics are included (distance, duration, efficiency). It distinguishes itself from siblings like 'get_daily_driving_patterns' by focusing on summary statistics rather than patterns, though the differentiation could be more explicit.

Agents choose between tools based on descriptions. A clear purpose with a specific verb and resource helps agents select the right tool.

Usage Guidelines2/5

Does the description explain when to use this tool, when not to, or what alternatives exist?

The description provides no guidance on when to use this tool versus alternatives. It doesn't mention prerequisites, timing considerations, or how it differs from similar tools like 'get_daily_driving_patterns' or 'get_monthly_driving_summary,' leaving the agent without context for selection.

Agents often have multiple tools that could apply. Explicit usage guidance like "use X instead of Y when Z" prevents misuse.

get_efficiency_by_month_and_temperatureB

Get the efficiency by month and temperature for each car. Analyzes how seasonal temperature changes affect vehicle efficiency.

ParametersJSON Schema
NameRequiredDescriptionDefault

No parameters

Output Schema

ParametersJSON Schema
NameRequiredDescription
resultYes

TDQS

B3.2/5.0
Behavior2/5

Does the description disclose side effects, auth requirements, rate limits, or destructive behavior?

No annotations are provided, so the description carries the full burden of behavioral disclosure. It mentions analysis but doesn't specify whether this is a read-only operation, if it requires authentication, what data format is returned, or any performance characteristics. For a tool with zero annotation coverage, this leaves significant behavioral gaps.

Agents need to know what a tool does to the world before calling it. Descriptions should go beyond structured annotations to explain consequences.

Conciseness5/5

Is the description appropriately sized, front-loaded, and free of redundancy?

The description is efficiently structured in two sentences: the first states the core functionality, and the second adds analytical context. Every sentence earns its place without redundancy or unnecessary elaboration, making it appropriately front-loaded and concise.

Shorter descriptions cost fewer tokens and are easier for agents to parse. Every sentence should earn its place.

Completeness3/5

Given the tool's complexity, does the description cover enough for an agent to succeed on first attempt?

Given the tool's complexity (analysis of efficiency by month and temperature) and the presence of an output schema, the description is minimally adequate. It explains what the tool does but lacks details on behavioral traits, usage context, or output interpretation. With no annotations and rich sibling tools, it should provide more guidance to be fully complete.

Complex tools with many parameters or behaviors need more documentation. Simple tools need less. This dimension scales expectations accordingly.

Parameters4/5

Does the description clarify parameter syntax, constraints, interactions, or defaults beyond what the schema provides?

The tool has 0 parameters with 100% schema description coverage, so the schema fully documents the absence of inputs. The description doesn't need to compensate for any parameter gaps, and it appropriately doesn't mention parameters. A baseline of 4 is applied since no parameters exist.

Input schemas describe structure but not intent. Descriptions should explain non-obvious parameter relationships and valid value ranges.

Purpose4/5

Does the description clearly state what the tool does and how it differs from similar tools?

The description clearly states the tool's purpose with a specific verb ('Get') and resource ('efficiency by month and temperature for each car'), and adds analytical context ('Analyzes how seasonal temperature changes affect vehicle efficiency'). However, it doesn't explicitly differentiate from siblings like 'get_average_efficiency_by_temperature' or 'get_total_distance_and_efficiency', which prevents a perfect score.

Agents choose between tools based on descriptions. A clear purpose with a specific verb and resource helps agents select the right tool.

Usage Guidelines2/5

Does the description explain when to use this tool, when not to, or what alternatives exist?

The description provides no guidance on when to use this tool versus alternatives. With multiple sibling tools related to efficiency and temperature analysis, there's no indication of specific use cases, prerequisites, or comparisons to tools like 'get_average_efficiency_by_temperature' or 'get_monthly_driving_summary'.

Agents often have multiple tools that could apply. Explicit usage guidance like "use X instead of Y when Z" prevents misuse.

get_longest_drives_by_distanceB

Get the longest drives by distance for each car. Lists the longest trips taken with details about distance and duration.

ParametersJSON Schema
NameRequiredDescriptionDefault

No parameters

Output Schema

ParametersJSON Schema
NameRequiredDescription
resultYes

TDQS

B3.2/5.0
Behavior2/5

Does the description disclose side effects, auth requirements, rate limits, or destructive behavior?

With no annotations provided, the description carries full burden for behavioral disclosure. It states the tool 'lists' trips with details, implying a read-only operation, but doesn't cover critical aspects like data freshness, pagination, error conditions, or performance characteristics. This is inadequate for a tool with zero annotation coverage.

Agents need to know what a tool does to the world before calling it. Descriptions should go beyond structured annotations to explain consequences.

Conciseness5/5

Is the description appropriately sized, front-loaded, and free of redundancy?

The description is efficiently structured in two sentences: the first states the core purpose, and the second adds clarifying details about output content. Every sentence adds value without redundancy, making it appropriately concise and front-loaded.

Shorter descriptions cost fewer tokens and are easier for agents to parse. Every sentence should earn its place.

Completeness3/5

Given the tool's complexity, does the description cover enough for an agent to succeed on first attempt?

Given the tool has an output schema (which handles return values) and no parameters, the description's coverage of purpose and output details is minimally adequate. However, with no annotations and behavioral gaps, it doesn't fully address the tool's operational context, leaving room for improvement in guiding the agent.

Complex tools with many parameters or behaviors need more documentation. Simple tools need less. This dimension scales expectations accordingly.

Parameters4/5

Does the description clarify parameter syntax, constraints, interactions, or defaults beyond what the schema provides?

The input schema has 0 parameters with 100% coverage, so no parameter documentation is needed. The description appropriately doesn't discuss parameters, earning a baseline score of 4 for not adding unnecessary information beyond what the schema already provides.

Input schemas describe structure but not intent. Descriptions should explain non-obvious parameter relationships and valid value ranges.

Purpose4/5

Does the description clearly state what the tool does and how it differs from similar tools?

The description clearly states the tool's purpose: 'Get the longest drives by distance for each car' specifies the verb (get) and resource (longest drives by distance), with additional context about listing trips with distance and duration details. It distinguishes from siblings by focusing on longest trips rather than summaries, averages, or other metrics, though it doesn't explicitly name alternatives.

Agents choose between tools based on descriptions. A clear purpose with a specific verb and resource helps agents select the right tool.

Usage Guidelines2/5

Does the description explain when to use this tool, when not to, or what alternatives exist?

The description provides no guidance on when to use this tool versus alternatives. It mentions 'for each car' but doesn't specify prerequisites, context, or exclusions compared to sibling tools like get_drive_summary_per_day or get_total_distance_and_efficiency, leaving the agent to infer usage based on purpose alone.

Agents often have multiple tools that could apply. Explicit usage guidance like "use X instead of Y when Z" prevents misuse.

get_monthly_driving_summaryB

Get the monthly driving summary for each car. Provides monthly statistics for distance, energy usage, and costs.

ParametersJSON Schema
NameRequiredDescriptionDefault

No parameters

Output Schema

ParametersJSON Schema
NameRequiredDescription
resultYes

TDQS

B3.2/5.0
Behavior2/5

Does the description disclose side effects, auth requirements, rate limits, or destructive behavior?

No annotations are provided, so the description carries the full burden of behavioral disclosure. It states what data is provided (monthly statistics) but does not cover aspects like read-only nature, performance, error handling, or data freshness. For a tool with no annotations, this leaves significant gaps in understanding its behavior.

Agents need to know what a tool does to the world before calling it. Descriptions should go beyond structured annotations to explain consequences.

Conciseness5/5

Is the description appropriately sized, front-loaded, and free of redundancy?

The description is concise and well-structured with two sentences: the first states the purpose, and the second elaborates on the statistics provided. Every sentence adds value without redundancy, making it front-loaded and efficient.

Shorter descriptions cost fewer tokens and are easier for agents to parse. Every sentence should earn its place.

Completeness3/5

Given the tool's complexity, does the description cover enough for an agent to succeed on first attempt?

Given the tool has no parameters, an output schema exists, and no annotations, the description is minimally adequate. It explains what the tool returns (monthly statistics for distance, energy usage, costs) but lacks details on output structure or behavioral context. With an output schema, the description need not explain return values in depth, but it could benefit from more context on usage or limitations.

Complex tools with many parameters or behaviors need more documentation. Simple tools need less. This dimension scales expectations accordingly.

Parameters4/5

Does the description clarify parameter syntax, constraints, interactions, or defaults beyond what the schema provides?

The tool has 0 parameters, and schema description coverage is 100%, so there are no parameters to document. The description does not need to add parameter semantics beyond the schema, and it appropriately focuses on the tool's output. A baseline score of 4 is applied as it handles the lack of parameters effectively.

Input schemas describe structure but not intent. Descriptions should explain non-obvious parameter relationships and valid value ranges.

Purpose4/5

Does the description clearly state what the tool does and how it differs from similar tools?

The description clearly states the tool's purpose: 'Get the monthly driving summary for each car' specifies the verb (get) and resource (monthly driving summary), and 'Provides monthly statistics for distance, energy usage, and costs' elaborates on the content. However, it does not explicitly differentiate from siblings like 'get_daily_driving_patterns' or 'get_total_distance_and_efficiency', which reduces clarity.

Agents choose between tools based on descriptions. A clear purpose with a specific verb and resource helps agents select the right tool.

Usage Guidelines2/5

Does the description explain when to use this tool, when not to, or what alternatives exist?

The description provides no guidance on when to use this tool versus alternatives. It does not mention prerequisites, context, or exclusions, nor does it reference sibling tools for comparison. Usage is implied by the purpose but lacks explicit direction.

Agents often have multiple tools that could apply. Explicit usage guidance like "use X instead of Y when Z" prevents misuse.

get_most_visited_locationsB

Get the most visited locations for each car. Shows frequently visited places with visit counts and durations.

ParametersJSON Schema
NameRequiredDescriptionDefault

No parameters

Output Schema

ParametersJSON Schema
NameRequiredDescription
resultYes

TDQS

B3.2/5.0
Behavior2/5

Does the description disclose side effects, auth requirements, rate limits, or destructive behavior?

No annotations are provided, so the description carries full burden for behavioral disclosure. It mentions output content ('frequently visited places with visit counts and durations') but doesn't cover critical aspects like whether this requires authentication, rate limits, data freshness, or how 'most visited' is calculated (e.g., time range, threshold). For a tool with no annotation coverage, this leaves significant gaps.

Agents need to know what a tool does to the world before calling it. Descriptions should go beyond structured annotations to explain consequences.

Conciseness5/5

Is the description appropriately sized, front-loaded, and free of redundancy?

The description is two concise sentences that efficiently convey the core functionality and output details. Every word earns its place: the first sentence states the purpose, and the second elaborates on the output format. No wasted text or redundancy.

Shorter descriptions cost fewer tokens and are easier for agents to parse. Every sentence should earn its place.

Completeness3/5

Given the tool's complexity, does the description cover enough for an agent to succeed on first attempt?

Given zero parameters, 100% schema coverage, and an output schema exists, the description doesn't need to explain parameters or return values. However, as a data retrieval tool with no annotations, it should ideally mention behavioral aspects like authentication needs or data scope (e.g., time range). The description is minimally adequate but lacks context for safe, effective use.

Complex tools with many parameters or behaviors need more documentation. Simple tools need less. This dimension scales expectations accordingly.

Parameters4/5

Does the description clarify parameter syntax, constraints, interactions, or defaults beyond what the schema provides?

The tool has zero parameters, and schema description coverage is 100%, so no parameter documentation is needed. The description appropriately doesn't discuss parameters, focusing instead on what the tool returns. A baseline of 4 is applied for zero-parameter tools when the schema is fully descriptive.

Input schemas describe structure but not intent. Descriptions should explain non-obvious parameter relationships and valid value ranges.

Purpose4/5

Does the description clearly state what the tool does and how it differs from similar tools?

The description clearly states the tool's purpose: 'Get the most visited locations for each car' specifies the verb (get) and resource (most visited locations per car). It distinguishes from siblings by focusing on location visitation patterns rather than charging, efficiency, or other metrics. However, it doesn't explicitly differentiate from potential location-related siblings like 'get_charging_by_location'.

Agents choose between tools based on descriptions. A clear purpose with a specific verb and resource helps agents select the right tool.

Usage Guidelines2/5

Does the description explain when to use this tool, when not to, or what alternatives exist?

The description provides no guidance on when to use this tool versus alternatives. It doesn't mention prerequisites, timing considerations, or compare to sibling tools that might overlap in scope (like 'get_charging_by_location' for location data). The agent must infer usage from the purpose alone.

Agents often have multiple tools that could apply. Explicit usage guidance like "use X instead of Y when Z" prevents misuse.

get_software_update_historyB

Get the software update history for each car. Tracks firmware updates and version changes over time.

ParametersJSON Schema
NameRequiredDescriptionDefault

No parameters

Output Schema

ParametersJSON Schema
NameRequiredDescription
resultYes

TDQS

B3.2/5.0
Behavior2/5

Does the description disclose side effects, auth requirements, rate limits, or destructive behavior?

No annotations are provided, so the description carries the full burden of behavioral disclosure. It states the tool retrieves historical data, implying a read-only operation, but does not clarify aspects like authentication needs, rate limits, data freshness, or error handling. This is a significant gap for a tool with no annotation coverage.

Agents need to know what a tool does to the world before calling it. Descriptions should go beyond structured annotations to explain consequences.

Conciseness5/5

Is the description appropriately sized, front-loaded, and free of redundancy?

The description is appropriately sized and front-loaded, consisting of two concise sentences that directly state the tool's purpose and scope without any redundant information. Every sentence earns its place by adding clarity.

Shorter descriptions cost fewer tokens and are easier for agents to parse. Every sentence should earn its place.

Completeness3/5

Given the tool's complexity, does the description cover enough for an agent to succeed on first attempt?

Given the tool's complexity (simple data retrieval with no parameters) and the presence of an output schema (which handles return values), the description is minimally adequate. However, it lacks behavioral details (e.g., permissions, limitations) that would be helpful since no annotations are provided, making it incomplete for optimal agent use.

Complex tools with many parameters or behaviors need more documentation. Simple tools need less. This dimension scales expectations accordingly.

Parameters4/5

Does the description clarify parameter syntax, constraints, interactions, or defaults beyond what the schema provides?

The input schema has 0 parameters with 100% coverage, so no parameter documentation is needed. The description adds value by explaining what data is retrieved ('software update history for each car' and 'tracks firmware updates and version changes over time'), which provides context beyond the empty schema.

Input schemas describe structure but not intent. Descriptions should explain non-obvious parameter relationships and valid value ranges.

Purpose4/5

Does the description clearly state what the tool does and how it differs from similar tools?

The description clearly states the tool's purpose with a specific verb ('Get') and resource ('software update history for each car'), and specifies what it tracks ('firmware updates and version changes over time'). However, it does not explicitly differentiate from sibling tools, which are all data retrieval tools but focus on different car metrics like charging, efficiency, or driving patterns.

Agents choose between tools based on descriptions. A clear purpose with a specific verb and resource helps agents select the right tool.

Usage Guidelines2/5

Does the description explain when to use this tool, when not to, or what alternatives exist?

The description provides no guidance on when to use this tool versus alternatives. It mentions what the tool does but does not specify contexts, prerequisites, or exclusions, leaving the agent to infer usage based on the tool name alone among many sibling data-fetching tools.

Agents often have multiple tools that could apply. Explicit usage guidance like "use X instead of Y when Z" prevents misuse.

get_total_distance_and_efficiencyB

Get the total distance and efficiency for each car. Provides lifetime statistics for distance traveled and energy efficiency.

ParametersJSON Schema
NameRequiredDescriptionDefault

No parameters

Output Schema

ParametersJSON Schema
NameRequiredDescription
resultYes

TDQS

B3.1/5.0
Behavior2/5

Does the description disclose side effects, auth requirements, rate limits, or destructive behavior?

No annotations are provided, so the description carries full burden for behavioral disclosure. It states what the tool does ('Get... statistics') but lacks critical behavioral details: it doesn't specify if this is a read-only operation, whether it requires authentication, how data is returned (e.g., format, pagination), or any rate limits. For a tool with zero annotation coverage, this is a significant gap in transparency.

Agents need to know what a tool does to the world before calling it. Descriptions should go beyond structured annotations to explain consequences.

Conciseness4/5

Is the description appropriately sized, front-loaded, and free of redundancy?

The description is appropriately concise with two sentences that directly state the tool's function and scope ('lifetime statistics'). It's front-loaded with the core purpose, and every sentence adds value without redundancy. Minor improvement could be made by integrating the two sentences more tightly, but it's efficient overall.

Shorter descriptions cost fewer tokens and are easier for agents to parse. Every sentence should earn its place.

Completeness3/5

Given the tool's complexity, does the description cover enough for an agent to succeed on first attempt?

Given the tool's low complexity (0 parameters) and the presence of an output schema (which handles return values), the description is minimally adequate. However, with no annotations and siblings offering similar data, it lacks completeness in behavioral context (e.g., safety, performance) and usage differentiation. It meets basic needs but leaves gaps for an agent to operate effectively in this crowded toolset.

Complex tools with many parameters or behaviors need more documentation. Simple tools need less. This dimension scales expectations accordingly.

Parameters4/5

Does the description clarify parameter syntax, constraints, interactions, or defaults beyond what the schema provides?

The tool has 0 parameters with 100% schema description coverage, so the schema fully documents the absence of inputs. The description adds no parameter information, which is appropriate here. Baseline is 4 for 0 parameters, as no compensation is needed, and the description doesn't introduce confusion about inputs.

Input schemas describe structure but not intent. Descriptions should explain non-obvious parameter relationships and valid value ranges.

Purpose4/5

Does the description clearly state what the tool does and how it differs from similar tools?

The description clearly states the tool's purpose: 'Get the total distance and efficiency for each car' with the verb 'Get' and resources 'distance and efficiency for each car'. It distinguishes from siblings by specifying 'lifetime statistics', unlike tools focused on daily/monthly patterns or specific conditions. However, it doesn't explicitly differentiate from all siblings (e.g., 'get_basic_car_information' might overlap).

Agents choose between tools based on descriptions. A clear purpose with a specific verb and resource helps agents select the right tool.

Usage Guidelines2/5

Does the description explain when to use this tool, when not to, or what alternatives exist?

The description provides no guidance on when to use this tool versus alternatives. It mentions 'lifetime statistics', which implies a broad historical scope, but doesn't specify use cases, prerequisites, or exclusions compared to siblings like 'get_monthly_driving_summary' or 'get_efficiency_by_month_and_temperature'. Without explicit when/when-not instructions, the agent must infer usage from context alone.

Agents often have multiple tools that could apply. Explicit usage guidance like "use X instead of Y when Z" prevents misuse.

get_unusual_power_consumptionB

Get the unusual power consumption for each car. Identifies anomalies in power usage that might indicate issues.

ParametersJSON Schema
NameRequiredDescriptionDefault

No parameters

Output Schema

ParametersJSON Schema
NameRequiredDescription
resultYes

TDQS

B3.2/5.0
Behavior2/5

Does the description disclose side effects, auth requirements, rate limits, or destructive behavior?

No annotations are provided, so the description carries the full burden of behavioral disclosure. It states the tool 'Get[s]' data and identifies anomalies, implying a read-only operation, but doesn't clarify aspects like whether it requires authentication, how anomalies are defined (e.g., thresholds, algorithms), rate limits, or what 'unusual' means contextually. For a tool with zero annotation coverage, this leaves significant gaps in understanding its behavior.

Agents need to know what a tool does to the world before calling it. Descriptions should go beyond structured annotations to explain consequences.

Conciseness5/5

Is the description appropriately sized, front-loaded, and free of redundancy?

The description is highly concise and front-loaded, consisting of two clear sentences that directly state the tool's function and added value (anomaly identification). Every word earns its place without redundancy or fluff, making it easy for an agent to parse quickly.

Shorter descriptions cost fewer tokens and are easier for agents to parse. Every sentence should earn its place.

Completeness3/5

Given the tool's complexity, does the description cover enough for an agent to succeed on first attempt?

Given the tool has 0 parameters, 100% schema coverage, and an output schema exists (so return values are documented elsewhere), the description is minimally adequate. It explains what the tool does but lacks details on behavioral traits (e.g., how anomalies are detected) and usage context. For a diagnostic tool with no annotations, it should provide more guidance on interpretation or limitations to be fully complete.

Complex tools with many parameters or behaviors need more documentation. Simple tools need less. This dimension scales expectations accordingly.

Parameters4/5

Does the description clarify parameter syntax, constraints, interactions, or defaults beyond what the schema provides?

The input schema has 0 parameters with 100% coverage, so there's no need for parameter documentation in the description. The description appropriately avoids discussing parameters, focusing instead on the tool's purpose. A baseline of 4 is applied as it doesn't add unnecessary param info, but it doesn't reach 5 since it doesn't enhance schema understanding (which is already complete).

Input schemas describe structure but not intent. Descriptions should explain non-obvious parameter relationships and valid value ranges.

Purpose4/5

Does the description clearly state what the tool does and how it differs from similar tools?

The description clearly states the tool's purpose with a specific verb ('Get') and resource ('unusual power consumption for each car'), and adds context about identifying anomalies. It distinguishes itself from siblings by focusing on power consumption anomalies rather than summaries, averages, or other metrics. However, it doesn't explicitly differentiate from all possible siblings (e.g., 'get_battery_health_summary' might overlap in detecting issues).

Agents choose between tools based on descriptions. A clear purpose with a specific verb and resource helps agents select the right tool.

Usage Guidelines2/5

Does the description explain when to use this tool, when not to, or what alternatives exist?

The description provides no guidance on when to use this tool versus alternatives. It mentions identifying anomalies 'that might indicate issues,' which implies a diagnostic context, but doesn't specify prerequisites, timing, or compare it to other tools like 'get_battery_health_summary' or 'get_current_car_status' that might also flag problems. Without explicit when-to-use or when-not-to-use instructions, the agent must infer usage.

Agents often have multiple tools that could apply. Explicit usage guidance like "use X instead of Y when Z" prevents misuse.

Tool Schema Changelog

Recent tool additions, removals, and schema changes observed during successful MCP inspections.

  1. 1 tool updatev1.0.0
    • Addedget_total_distance_and_efficiency
  2. 17 tool updates
    • First observedget_all_charging_sessions_summary
    • First observedget_average_efficiency_by_temperature
    • First observedget_basic_car_information
    • First observedget_battery_degradation_over_time
    • First observedget_battery_health_summary
    • First observedget_charging_by_location
    • First observedget_current_car_status
    • First observedget_daily_battery_usage_patterns
    • First observedget_daily_driving_patterns
    • First observedget_drive_summary_per_day
    • First observedget_efficiency_by_month_and_temperature
    • First observedget_longest_drives_by_distance
    • First observedget_monthly_driving_summary
    • First observedget_most_visited_locations
    • First observedget_software_update_history
    • First observedget_tire_pressure_weekly_trends
    • First observedget_unusual_power_consumption

TDQS

A3.6/5.0

Scored across 18 tools

Disambiguation4/5

Most tools have distinct purposes focusing on different aspects of Tesla vehicle data (charging, driving, battery, efficiency, locations, etc.), though some like 'get_battery_degradation_over_time' and 'get_battery_health_summary' could potentially overlap in scope, and 'get_daily_driving_patterns' and 'get_drive_summary_per_day' might be confused for similar daily analyses. Descriptions help clarify, but there is minor ambiguity in a few cases.

Naming Consistency5/5

All tool names follow a consistent 'get_' prefix with descriptive snake_case nouns, such as 'get_all_charging_sessions_summary' and 'get_current_car_status'. This uniform pattern makes the tool set predictable and easy to navigate, with no deviations in naming conventions.

Tool Count4/5

With 18 tools, the count is slightly high but reasonable for a comprehensive Tesla data analytics server, covering various metrics like charging, driving, battery, and efficiency. It might feel a bit heavy, but each tool appears to serve a specific purpose within the domain, avoiding redundancy.

Completeness5/5

The tool set provides extensive coverage for analyzing Tesla vehicle data, including real-time status, historical trends, charging patterns, driving habits, battery health, efficiency metrics, and anomaly detection. There are no obvious gaps; it supports a full lifecycle of data retrieval and analysis without dead ends for the stated purpose.

Maintenance

ActivityMaintained
ResponsivenessSlow

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