2016 Tesla Model S Electric · SSV 997
2016 Tesla Model S (electric). First registered 21/06/2016. Recorded mileage 82,920 miles. MOT valid until 22/02/2027.
- Make & Model
- TESLA MODEL S
- Year / Origin
- 2016 · Dundee
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 22/02/2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 82,920 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Exempt (Zero Emissions)
- Fuel & Engine
- Electric
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Electric
- Year
- 2016
- Engine
- ---
SSV 997 Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 23/02/2026
- 82,920 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.
SSV 997 Mileage History
- 21/09/202152,815 mi
- 18/05/202369,687 mi+16,872 mi
- 28/03/202478,520 mi+8,833 mi
- 24/03/202581,025 mi+2,505 mi
- 23/02/202682,920 mi+1,895 mi
Average of roughly 6,804 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
SSV 997 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 (SSV 997) between September 2021 and February 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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