2016 Tesla Model S Electric · MU12 RAD
2016 Tesla Model S (electric). First registered 07/01/2016. Recorded mileage 111,155 miles. MOT valid until 11/03/2027.
- Make & Model
- TESLA MODEL S
- Year / Origin
- 2016 · Manchester & Merseyside
- MOT Status
- Valid until 11/03/2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 111,155 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Exempt (Zero Emissions)
- Fuel & Engine
- Electric
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Electric
- Year
- 2016
- Engine
- ---
MU12 RAD Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 09/03/2026
- 111,155 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.
MU12 RAD Mileage History
- 14/01/202262,834 mi
- 12/01/202374,076 mi+11,242 mi
- 12/03/202483,696 mi+9,620 mi
- 25/02/202597,105 mi+13,409 mi
- 09/03/2026111,155 mi+14,050 mi
Average of roughly 11,650 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
MU12 RAD 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 (MU12 RAD) 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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