2016 Tesla Model S Electric · Y3 XAX
2016 Tesla Model S (electric). First registered 28/03/2016. Recorded mileage 156,963 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- TESLA MODEL S
- Year / Origin
- 2016 · Leeds
- MOT Status
- Valid until 22/05/2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 156,963 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Exempt (Zero Emissions)
- Fuel & Engine
- Electric
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Electric
- Year
- 2016
- Engine
- ---
Y3 XAX Key Findings
- 4 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 28/04/2025
- 156,963 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.
Y3 XAX Mileage History
- 08/03/2022112,963 mi
- 23/05/2023127,946 mi+14,983 mi
- 21/05/2024142,708 mi+14,762 mi
- 28/04/2025156,963 mi+14,255 mi
Average of roughly 14,012 miles per year across 4 recorded odometer readings.
Y3 XAX MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
4 MOT tests are recorded for this 2016 Tesla Model S (Y3 XAX) between March 2022 and April 2025.
The record contains 4 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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