2021 Tesla Model 3 Standard Range + Electricity · JJ05 JAS

The Tesla Model 3 Standard Range + holds a current MOT certificate issued on 28 April 2026, valid for just under two months as of today. The maintenance trend is broadly stable, though the April 2026 test flagged two tyre-related advisories: an Offside Rear Tyre cut and Nearside Rear Tyre cracking or perishing. Neither defect was severe enough to cause a failure, but both indicate the vehicle has recently spent time standing or has been driven on aged rubber. The 2024 test recorded more extensive advisories, including four tyres cracking or perishing and all four tyres worn close to the legal limit, which suggests tyre condition deteriorated significantly between 2024 and 2025 before being partially addressed. The clean 2025 test at 33,222 miles implies replacement tyres were fitted around that time, yet the return of cracking advisories by April 2026 raises questions about whether the replacements are budget-grade rubber or whether the car has since been largely stationary. The mileage progression tells a clear story. Between the May 2024 test at 20,602 miles and the May 2025 test at 33,222 miles, the vehicle covered 12,620 miles in twelve months, a sharp increase from the prior annual average. Then, between May 2025 and April 2026, the odometer moved just 13,267 miles over roughly eleven months, maintaining a similar pace. At roughly 9,298 miles per year across its five-year life, the overall mileage is typical for its age. There are no suspicious gaps or plateaus in the record to suggest the car sat unused for long stretches, though the recurring tyre perishing advisories are inconsistent with a vehicle driven consistently and well maintained. A buyer should focus the physical inspection on the suspension and tyre condition. The May 2024 test flagged both Nearside and Offside Rear Upper Suspension component pins or bushes as slightly worn, and these were not re-tested in 2025 or 2026, meaning the wear has never been formally rechecked. On a vehicle with this mileage, worn rear suspension bushes can manifest as vague rear-end handling, knocking over bumps, or uneven tyre wear. The tyre advisories in both 2024 and 2026 warrant close scrutiny of the sidewalls, tread depth, and date codes. If the tyres are original or early replacements now approaching five years of age, replacement regardless of remaining tread would be prudent. The EV-specific components, including the battery coolant system, regenerative braking calibration, and high-voltage cable insulation, were not flagged in any test but should still be verified through a Tesla-specific diagnostic readout, as MOT coverage of these systems is limited.