2016 Tesla Model S Electricity · S90 WAP
2016 Tesla Model S (electricity). First registered 01/12/2016. Recorded mileage 194,486 miles. MOT valid until 14/12/2026. Taxed until 01/03/2027.
- Make & Model
- TESLA MODEL S
- Year / Origin
- 2016 · Glasgow
- MOT Status
- Valid until 14/12/2026
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01/03/2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 194,486 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Exempt (Zero Emissions)
- Fuel & Engine
- ELECTRICITY
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- ELECTRICITY
- Year
- 2016
- Engine
- ---
S90 WAP Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 01/12/2025
- 194,486 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- 5 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (8 mentions)
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.
S90 WAP Mileage History
- 08/12/2022127,078 mi
- 11/12/2023153,675 mi+26,597 mi
- 25/11/2024170,635 mi+16,960 mi
- 01/12/2025194,484 mi+23,849 mi
- 01/12/2025194,486 mi+2 mi
Average of roughly 22,605 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
S90 WAP 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 (S90 WAP) between December 2022 and December 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 01 December 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (8 issues), Brakes (7 issues), Tyres (5 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 18 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: “Offside Rear Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))”; “Nearside Rear Inner Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))”.
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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