2016 Tesla Model S Electric · BW16 VHO
2016 Tesla Model S (electric). First registered 01/08/2016. Recorded mileage 118,857 miles. MOT valid until 27/03/2027.
- Make & Model
- TESLA MODEL S
- Year / Origin
- 2016 · Birmingham
- MOT Status
- Valid until 27/03/2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 118,857 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Exempt (Zero Emissions)
- Fuel & Engine
- Electric
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Electric
- Year
- 2016
- Engine
- ---
BW16 VHO Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 28/03/2026
- 118,857 miles recorded at latest MOT
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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Known faults for Tesla Model S
Our database tracks 6 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
BW16 VHO Mileage History
- 21/01/202260,286 mi
- 24/01/202371,397 mi+11,111 mi
- 25/01/202484,677 mi+13,280 mi
- 24/03/202599,463 mi+14,786 mi
- 28/03/2026118,857 mi+19,394 mi
Average of roughly 14,010 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
BW16 VHO MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2016 Tesla Model S (BW16 VHO) between January 2022 and March 2026.
The record contains 5 passes and 0 failures.
No failures or advisories appear anywhere in the recorded tests, so the documented MOT record is relatively clean.
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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