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Tesla Model S Car Check

Check any Tesla Model S's history for outstanding finance, write-off status, stolen markers and more for £7.49. 14.4% of Tesla Model S models fail their MOT, based on 17,959 tests analysed. Known issues include drive unit failure. Experian verified data.

£7.49 per check · Experian verified data

What our Tesla Model S car check includes

Known Tesla Model S problems to check for

These are the most common issues found on Tesla Model S models. A comprehensive car check helps identify whether any of these have led to insurance claims, write-offs, or outstanding finance.

Major
Drive Unit Failure
Tesla drive units combine electric motor, reduction gearbox, and power electronics in a sealed assembly. Early production units suffer from bearing failures,...
Major
MCU1 Screen Failure
The original MCU1 (Media Control Unit) contains a 17-inch touchscreen that serves as the primary interface for vehicle controls, navigation, climate, and cha...
Major
Power Steering System Faults
Tesla Model S uses an electric power steering system that can develop faults in the motor, control module, or sensors. NHTSA data shows 105 steering-related ...
Minor
Door Handle Failure
Tesla's flush-mounted retractable door handles are a signature design feature but suffer from mechanical failures in the presentation and retraction mechanis...
Minor
12V Battery Drain
Tesla uses a conventional 12V lead-acid battery to power vehicle systems, door handles, touchscreen, and charging contactors, despite having a large main tra...

Tesla Model S MOT reliability

14.4% of Tesla Model S models fail their MOT, based on 17,959 tests analysed by GetCarWise. This is a reasonable pass rate, but checking the full MOT history can still reveal patterns of wear.

Common MOT failureCategory
Lamp showing red light to the front, white ligh...Lights & Electrics
Lamp emitted colour, position or intensity not ...Lights & Electrics
Tyre wear or damageTyres

Check this Tesla Model S's full history

Enter the reg below. Finance, stolen, write-off, MOT analysis, mileage verification and known faults — all in one report, ready in under 60 seconds.

£7.49 · Experian verified data

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Tesla Model S car check FAQs

How much does a Tesla Model S car check cost?

A full Tesla Model S car check costs £7.49. This includes finance, stolen, write-off, keeper history, MOT analysis, mileage verification, and model-specific known faults. Experian verified data.

What does a Tesla Model S history check include?

Our Tesla Model S check covers outstanding finance, insurance write-off status, stolen vehicle markers, keeper and owner history, full MOT analysis with failure patterns, mileage verification, and known faults specific to the Tesla Model S.

Is a Tesla Model S HPI check worth it?

Yes. A Tesla Model S with outstanding finance means the finance company legally owns the car — if you buy it, they can repossess it. A write-off or stolen marker can make the car uninsurable. At £7.49, it's a fraction of the cost of buying a car with hidden problems.

Can I check a Tesla Model S for free?

You can check MOT history for free on the DVSA website. However, free checks don't include finance, stolen, or write-off data — the most expensive problems to discover after buying. Our £7.49 check includes everything, backed by Experian data.

How do I check if a Tesla Model S has outstanding finance?

Enter the registration number on this page. Our check queries Experian's finance database to show whether any finance agreements are registered against the vehicle. If finance is outstanding, the finance company may have a legal claim on the car.

Related

Finance, stolen and write-off data from Experian. MOT failure data from DVSA. Known faults from GetCarWise analysis. Last updated September 2026.