2017 Tesla Model S Electric · P21 DBA
2017 Tesla Model S (electric). First registered 15/03/2017. Recorded mileage 130,694 miles. MOT valid until 03/11/2026.
- Make & Model
- TESLA MODEL S
- Year / Origin
- 2017 · Preston
- MOT Status
- Valid until 03/11/2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 130,694 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Exempt (Zero Emissions)
- Fuel & Engine
- Electric
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Electric
- Year
- 2017
- Engine
- ---
P21 DBA Key Findings
- 3 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 04/11/2025
- 130,694 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
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.
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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.
P21 DBA Mileage History
- 20/09/202497,033 mi
- 19/03/2025105,388 mi+8,355 mi
- 04/11/2025130,694 mi+25,306 mi
Average of roughly 29,974 miles per year across 3 recorded odometer readings.
P21 DBA MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
3 MOT tests are recorded for this 2017 Tesla Model S (P21 DBA) between September 2024 and November 2025.
The record contains 3 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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