2016 Tesla Model S Electric · SM66 MEV
2016 Tesla Model S (electric). First registered 29/12/2016. Recorded mileage 58,730 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- TESLA MODEL S
- Year / Origin
- 2016 · Edinburgh
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 24/05/2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 58,730 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Exempt (Zero Emissions)
- Fuel & Engine
- Electric
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Electric
- Year
- 2016
- Engine
- ---
SM66 MEV Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 23/05/2025
- 58,730 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: Average
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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.
SM66 MEV Mileage History
- 23/12/202136,062 mi
- 21/12/202244,524 mi+8,462 mi
- 25/05/202345,826 mi+1,302 mi
- 25/04/202451,930 mi+6,104 mi
- 23/05/202558,730 mi+6,800 mi
Average of roughly 6,641 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
SM66 MEV 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 (SM66 MEV) between December 2021 and May 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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