2021 Tesla Model 3 Standard Range + Electric · BD71 HXM

The vehicle’s most recent MOT test on 2025-10-17 confirmed roadworthiness at 61,982 miles, though the preceding test just three days earlier on 2025-10-14 resulted in a failure—despite no recorded defects. This pattern repeats identically from the 2024 cycle, where the car passed on 2024-10-05 and failed the day before at nearly identical mileage. While the lack of defect entries suggests the tester may not have identified any critical issues, the repeated failures at the same mileage threshold imply either administrative oversight or a minor, recurring technical anomaly that was not mechanically significant enough to warrant a defect notation. The absence of advisories or structural concerns in any test further suggests the vehicle has not experienced major mechanical degradation, but the repeated failures raise questions about whether the car was simply retested after a minor oversight rather than genuine mechanical issues. The mileage progression indicates unusually high annual usage, averaging over 12,000 miles per year since the 2021 registration. This is significantly above the UK average for a vehicle of this age, particularly given the 2024–2025 gap of 16,300 miles in just over a year—a rate that accelerates wear on high-stress components like brakes, suspension, and tyres. The 2024 test occurred at 45,677 miles, followed by the 2025 test at 61,982 miles, with no intermediate tests recorded. This suggests either extended periods of continuous driving or a lack of intermediate maintenance checks, which could accelerate consumable wear beyond typical expectations. Given the lack of defect details in the MOT history, a buyer should prioritise an independent inspection of high-mileage components such as brake pads and discs, particularly the rear brakes which may have been flagged in previous tests despite no formal notation. The suspension system—including coil springs, bushes, and dampers—should be examined for uneven wear or corrosion, especially given the vehicle’s age and mileage. Tyre tread depth and uniformity warrant scrutiny, as the repeated failures at similar mileages could indicate a pattern of neglect in tyre replacement. Finally, the battery health and charging system should be assessed, as electric vehicles are particularly sensitive to prolonged high-mileage use and may require more frequent attention than conventional petrol or diesel models.