2021 Tesla Model 3 Long Range AWD Electric · GL71 AXF

This 2021 Tesla Model 3 Long Range AWD presents a sparse but clean DVSA testing history, with only two MOT records on file to date. The earliest test on file was passed on 28 November 2024 with no defects recorded, and the most recent test on 17 November 2025 also resulted in a clean pass with no advisories or failures noted. As an EV first registered in 2021, the vehicle only became MOT-eligible at three years of age, which explains the limited record length. The absence of any advisories across both tests means there is no documented evidence of wear items, corrosion, or component deterioration flagged by the examiner, though the short testing window naturally limits how much mechanical trend can be established. With recorded mileage of 35,146 miles against an approximate five-year age, the vehicle has covered around 7,029 miles per year on average. This is broadly typical for a modern passenger car and does not raise immediate red flags either as a low-use vehicle that may have stood for extended periods, or as a high-mileage example with accelerated wear on consumables. There are no unusual gaps between recorded tests or sudden mileage jumps visible in the supplied data, and the progression between the 2024 and 2025 tests is consistent with normal driving usage. For an EV of this profile, this annual mileage is generally associated with moderate brake wear due to reliance on regenerative braking, and standard wear on tyres and suspension components. For a prospective buyer, the lack of flagged items in the MOT record means there are no specific components identified by the examiner as requiring imminent attention. However, given that this is a relatively heavy EV with distinctive suspension geometry, particular attention should be paid on a test drive to the condition of the lower suspension arms, control arm bushes, and anti-roll bar links, listening for clonks or rattles over speed bumps and uneven surfaces. The steering should be checked for any pulling to one side or vagueness off-centre, which can indicate worn suspension linkages or uneven tyre wear. Brake feel should also be assessed, as EVs that rely heavily on regen can develop corrosion on the discs from infrequent use, potentially leading to brake judder or vibration under hard pedal application. A thorough physical inspection should complement the test drive, including a close look underneath the vehicle for any signs of impact damage to the battery tray or underbody panels, as Tesla Model 3s are known to sit relatively low. The tyres should be inspected for even tread wear across both axles, as staggered wear patterns can indicate suspension geometry issues. Given the clean MOT history but the limited number of tests available, it would be prudent to have the high-voltage battery state of health and the condition of the 12V auxiliary battery independently verified, as these are common failure points on Model 3s of this age but would not typically appear on a standard MOT.