2016 TESLA MODEL SElectric
Vehicle Insight Summary
TESLA MODEL S (2016, Electric, standard) — mileage recorded at 170,101. MOT status: valid. Road tax: not taxed. Check full history before buying.
- Fuel
- Electric
- Year
- 2016
- Engine
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Technical Specifications
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Full MOT History
Registered in 2016, this Tesla Model S with plate R3 JVD has undergone 5 MOT inspections since October 2023.
With 3 passes and 2 failures, the lifetime MOT pass rate stands at 60%. The pass rate is roughly in line with national averages for vehicles of this age.
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Common Problems: TESLA MODEL S
Known issues reported by owners and MOT testers.
- MCU1 eMMC Memory Failure (Recall 21V035)(Moderate)
The main touchscreen unit (MCU1) uses an 8GB eMMC chip that has a finite lifespan, eventually leading to system instability or total failure. Tesla issued a voluntary recall (21V035) to upgrade the chip to 64GB.
- Suspension Control Arm Creaking(Moderate)
The front and rear suspension control arms (wishbones) can develop a loud creaking or squeaking noise, particularly when turning or going over bumps, caused by water ingress into the ball joints.
- Drive Unit "Milling" Noise(Serious)
An internal bearing failure in the drive unit can cause a high-pitched whirring or "milling" noise that increases with vehicle speed.
- Air Suspension Leaks(Moderate)
The air suspension struts or compressor can fail, causing the car to sag or display suspension fault messages.
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