Tesla Roadster
Reliability, estimated running costs, and MOT data across 1 model year from 35 MOT tests in 2024.
Avg Pass Rate
100%
Total Tests
35
Model Year
2011
Years Covered
1
About the Tesla Roadster
The Tesla Roadster was MOT tested 35 times in 2024 (DVSA data, retests included) across 1 model year (2011), with an average pass rate of 100%. That's comfortably above the average of 82% across all models in our data. Our records list electric versions.
Compared to the Tesla brand average of 89%, the Roadster performs 11 points better, making it one of the more reliable options in the Tesla range.
Estimated Running Costs
Based on 7,400 miles/year, average pump prices of 174.57p petrol and 199.33p diesel (GOV.UK weekly road fuel prices, week of 19 October 2026), and MOT pass rate data. Insurance not included.
Full 2011 detailsHow reliable is the Tesla Roadster?
Tesla Roadster by Year
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| Year | Pass Rate | Tests | Avg Mileage | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 | 100% | 35 | 21,942 mi |
Questions about the Tesla Roadster
Is the Tesla Roadster reliable?
Across its 1 model year in our data (2011), the Tesla Roadster averages a 100% MOT pass rate, from 35 tests (DVSA MOT data for tests in 2024, retests included). That's 18 points above the average of 82% across all models in the same data.
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