2016 Tesla Model S Electric · AV02 DAN

The 2016 Tesla Model S presents a stable and improving maintenance trend, culminating in a clean bill of health at its most recent MOT on 10 September 2025 at 96,124 miles. The tester recorded zero defects or advisories, a significant improvement over the sole advisory noted in September 2023. This pattern suggests the previous owner addressed the flagged tyre wear promptly and has maintained the vehicle's core mechanical and structural integrity consistently since. The mileage accumulation is remarkably linear and predictable. Between the September 2021 test at 65,091 miles and the September 2025 test at 96,124 miles, the vehicle covered approximately 31,033 miles over four years, averaging 7,758 miles annually. This is below the typical 9,612 miles per year implied by the vehicle's age, indicating lighter-than-average use for a decade-old vehicle. The consistent annual testing pattern and steady mileage gain suggest regular use without prolonged periods of inactivity or sudden high-mileage surges that might indicate neglect or abuse. The only defect in the entire five-year MOT history was a single advisory on 14 September 2023 at 80,570 miles, where the tester flagged the offside front tyre as worn close to the legal limit and worn on edge. This is a minor consumable wear item, not a structural or mechanical failure. The edge wear pattern, however, can indicate a minor alignment or suspension geometry issue, such as excessive negative camber or worn suspension bushes, though no further defects were recorded to confirm this. The clean pass in 2025 suggests the tyre was replaced and any alignment concern was likely corrected. A prospective buyer should still conduct a physical inspection focusing on the front suspension and tyre wear patterns. Check the inner edges of both front tyres for uneven wear, which would confirm a recurring alignment issue. Inspect the condition of the suspension bushes, ball joints, and drop links for play, as these components endure stress even on electric vehicles due to the Model S's weight and instant torque. Examine the brake discs and pads; while no braking defects were flagged, the vehicle's regenerative braking system can mask physical brake wear, so verify the discs are not lipped or corroded from underuse. Finally, inspect the underside for corrosion, particularly around the subframe and suspension mounting points, as the vehicle's age and mileage warrant a close look at structural integrity.