2016 Tesla Model S Electric · DA58 CAM

This 2016 Tesla Model S presents an unusually clean DVSA roadworthiness record for a vehicle of its age and mileage, with five consecutive pass results between 2021 and 2025 and no advisories or defects recorded at any point. That uniformity is notable because it suggests either consistently well-managed maintenance or that the vehicle has not been subjected to the kind of abuse that typically generates wear-related advisories on suspension and braking components. The most recent test on 30 October 2025 closed out this run with another clean pass, leaving no outstanding MOT-driven concerns. From a purely statutory standpoint, the car has a continuous record of roadworthiness with no documented history of failures, retests, or flagged deterioration. The usage profile is the more striking element of this file. At 184,848 miles over roughly ten years, the Model S is accumulating close to 18,500 miles annually, which is well above the national average and significantly higher than is typical for an executive-class electric saloon of this vintage. There are no extended gaps between tests and no sudden jumps in recorded mileage, which suggests the vehicle has been in regular, sustained use rather than sitting idle or being used intermittently. Mechanically, this kind of high and consistent mileage on a Tesla of this era places considerable cumulative stress on the air suspension system, the drive unit, the regenerative and friction braking components, and the underbody structure, even if the MOT has not yet flagged any of these areas. The absence of advisories at this mileage is therefore worth treating with cautious optimism rather than as proof that the underlying hardware is untouched. Given the mileage, a prospective buyer should pay particular attention to the air suspension, which is a known service item on early Model S cars. On a test drive, listen for any clonks or thuds from the front or rear over speed bumps and uneven surfaces, watch for the car sitting visibly lower on one corner at rest, and note any warning messages relating to ride height or suspension faults. Check that the vehicle returns to its normal ride level promptly after being parked overnight, as slow levelling can indicate compressor wear or air spring leaks. Steering should feel tight and consistent, with no vagueness through the centre or knocking on full lock, both of which would point to worn suspension linkages or anti-roll bar bushes. The braking system also warrants close inspection despite the clean MOT record. Listen for any grinding or scraping from the calipers, particularly on light application, and feel for any judder through the pedal or steering wheel under steady braking, which can indicate warped discs rather than pad wear alone. Because Teslas rely heavily on regenerative braking, the friction components may show uneven wear, so inspect both the visible pad material through the wheel spokes and the outer disc surface for lipping. Finally, given the high mileage, request a battery health report and a record of any drive unit or MCU replacements, as these are the principal mechanical cost centres on a Model S of this age and accumulated use, and they fall outside the scope of the standard MOT inspection.