2020 Tesla Model 3 Standard Range + Electric · AL10 ACD

The vehicle currently holds a valid MOT following a failure in February 2026, indicating a recent period of reactive maintenance rather than proactive upkeep. While the most recent test at 57,964 miles shows the car passed after addressing tyre wear and headlamp aim, the presence of advisories regarding inner tyre edges suggests a potential alignment issue or suspension geometry fault. The maintenance trend appears to be worsening slightly, moving from a clean record in 2023 and 2025 to a failure in 2026. The mileage accumulation is consistent with typical UK usage for a six-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 9,661 miles per year. The data shows steady progression from 26,474 miles in February 2023 to 38,734 miles in March 2024, then 47,283 miles in February 2025, and finally 57,964 miles in February 2026. This regular interval of use suggests the vehicle has not spent long periods stationary, which helps mitigate certain types of rubber degradation and battery health concerns common in electric vehicles. A prospective buyer should prioritise a physical inspection of the suspension and wheel alignment. The February 2026 failure specifically flagged both nearside and offside rear inner tyres as being worn close to the legal limit or worn on the edges. This pattern often points to worn suspension bushes, faulty camber settings, or worn shock absorbers. Given that the 2024 test at 38,734 miles also noted pitted and scored front brake discs, the braking system warrants a close examination for any signs of uneven pad wear or binding calipers. Beyond the recorded defects, the lack of structural or corrosion advisories is a positive indicator for a vehicle of this age. However, the recent transition from a clean 2025 test to a 2026 failure on consumable items like tyres and lighting suggests that maintenance has become more intermittent. Ensuring the recent tyre replacements were accompanied by a professional four-wheel alignment check is essential to prevent rapid repeat wear.