2016 Tesla Model S Electric · ME13 SEA
2016 Tesla Model S (electric). First registered 26/09/2016. Recorded mileage 79,422 miles. MOT valid until 30/09/2026.
- Make & Model
- TESLA MODEL S
- Year / Origin
- 2016 · Manchester & Merseyside
- MOT Status
- Valid until 30/09/2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 79,422 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Exempt (Zero Emissions)
- Fuel & Engine
- Electric
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Electric
- Year
- 2016
- Engine
- ---
ME13 SEA Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 19/09/2025
- 79,422 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.
ME13 SEA Mileage History
- 22/09/202140,230 mi
- 23/09/202247,313 mi+7,083 mi
- 01/09/202355,370 mi+8,057 mi
- 09/09/202467,738 mi+12,368 mi
- 19/09/202579,422 mi+11,684 mi
Average of roughly 9,820 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
ME13 SEA 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 (ME13 SEA) between September 2021 and September 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.
- 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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