Tesla Model s
Reliability, running costs, and MOT data across 7 years from 19,502 real MOT tests.
Avg Pass Rate
86%
Total Tests
19,502
Best Year
2020 (91%)
Years Covered
7
About the Tesla Model s
The Tesla Model s has been tested 19,502 times in 2026 MOT data across 7 model years (2014 to 2020), with an average pass rate of 86%. That's slightly above the national average of 82%. Available as Electric.
Best and Worst Years
The 2020 model is the most reliable with a 91% pass rate from 32 tests. The 2014 model has the lowest at 79%. The 12 point spread between years means reliability varies somewhat, but no year is dramatically different.
Reliability Trend
Newer TESLA MODEL Ss show better MOT pass rates than older ones, with an average improvement of 6 percentage points.
Mileage Across Years
The oldest model in our data (2014) averages 106,839 miles, while the newest (2020) averages 50,356 miles. Older models have covered serious mileage, so suspension and drivetrain wear are worth checking.
Estimated Running Costs
Based on 7,400 miles/year, current fuel prices, and MOT pass rate data. Insurance not included.
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Tesla Model s by Year
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