2017 Tesla Model S Electric · DR54 VED
2017 Tesla Model S (electric). First registered 10 Feb 2017. Recorded mileage 38,340 miles. MOT valid until 27 Oct 2026.
- Make & Model
- TESLA MODEL S
- Year / Origin
- 2017 · Shrewsbury
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 27 Oct 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 38,340 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Exempt (Zero Emissions)
- Fuel & Engine
- Electric
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
DR54 VED Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 28/10/2025
- 38,340 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.
DR54 VED Mileage History
- 18/09/20217,729 mi
- 29/09/202231,331 mi+23,602 mi
- 11/10/202334,334 mi+3,003 mi
- 24/10/202436,923 mi+2,589 mi
- 28/10/202538,340 mi+1,417 mi
Average of roughly 7,448 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
DR54 VED 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 2017 Tesla Model S (DR54 VED) between September 2021 and October 2025.
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.
- 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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- 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 CreakingModerate
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.
- Air Suspension LeaksModerate
The air suspension struts or compressor can fail, causing the car to sag or display suspension fault messages.
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