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2016 Tesla Model S Electric · F20 LAA

F20 LAA

2016 Tesla Model S (electric). First registered 13/07/2016. Recorded mileage 79,647 miles. MOT valid until 09/02/2027. No outstanding manufacturer safety recalls recorded.

Make & Model
TESLA MODEL S
Year / Origin
2016 · Nottingham
Safety Recall
None Outstanding
MOT Status
Valid until 09/02/2027
Road Tax
—
Recorded Mileage
79,647 mi
ULEZ Compliance
ULEZ Exempt (Zero Emissions)
Fuel & Engine
Electric
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Valid
Valid until 09/02/2027
Tax Status
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Fuel Type
Electric
Year
2016
Engine
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F20 LAA Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 10/02/2026
  • 79,647 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 2 historical MOT failures
  • 1 defect noted at the latest MOT
  • Recurring suspension items (12 mentions)

Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.

MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
53
/ 100 · Below Average
DVSA Test Records Evaluated

MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average

This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.

✓ Valid MOT
! Tax Status Unknown
! Average MOT pass rate (60%)
✗ 2 dangerous defects found recently
✓ No outstanding recalls
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ULEZ Compliant
No Open Safety Recalls

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Reliability & Known Issues

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.

F20 LAA Mileage History

  1. 02/10/202362,586 mi
  2. 05/10/202468,935 mi+6,349 mi
  3. 16/01/202568,981 mi+46 mi
  4. 28/01/202679,531 mi+10,550 mi
  5. 10/02/202679,647 mi+116 mi

Average of roughly 7,228 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

F20 LAA MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 11 Sept 2026, 04:35
MOT Analysis

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 (F20 LAA) between October 2023 and February 2026.

The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.

The most recent test on 10 February 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (12 issues), Tyres (7 issues), Brakes (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 15 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

Recorded failure items include: “Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn Front arm. (5.3.4 (a) (i))”; “Offside Front Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play (5.3.4 (a) (i))”; “Nearside Front Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play (5.3.4 (a) (i))”.

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