TESLA MODEL S2016 · Electric
Vehicle Insight Summary
2016 TESLA MODEL S — Electric, standard. This vehicle has 145,258 miles on record. MOT status: valid. Tax: not taxed. Review the complete history and specs.
- Fuel
- Electric
- Year
- 2016
- Engine
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Full MOT History
MOT data last updated: 4/15/2026, 4:56:25 PM
Registered in 2016, this Tesla Model S with plate R5 PLU has undergone 5 MOT inspections since June 2022.
Across its entire MOT history, this Tesla has a 80% success rate (4 passes and 1 fails). This is a strong MOT track record, suggesting the vehicle has been well-maintained.
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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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