2020 Tesla Model 3 Long Range AWD Electricity · LB70 LPF

The most recent DVSA examination on 5 December 2025 recorded a PASS with no defects or advisories noted by the tester, continuing a clean run of results across the three documented MOT tests (2023, 2024, and 2025). Because there are no recorded advisories at any point, the maintenance trend must be regarded as stable and uneventful from a statutory roadworthiness perspective. However, it is worth bearing in mind that EVs such as the Tesla Model 3 are exempt from the exhaust emissions and traditional engine-related checks that normally form a large part of an MOT, so a clean bill of health is somewhat less revealing than it would be for an equivalent petrol or diesel vehicle. The brake, suspension, steering, lighting, and tyre inspections remain fully applicable and these have all passed without comment. The recorded mileage of 27,198 miles on a six-year-old vehicle equates to an annual average of roughly 4,533 miles, which is well below the typical mileage for a privately operated car and considerably lower than what would be expected for a model that may have been used commercially or as a company vehicle. Such low annual usage strongly suggests either predominantly short urban journeys or prolonged periods of standing, both of which have specific mechanical implications for an electric vehicle. Although the drivetrain is largely unaffected by low mileage in the way an internal combustion engine would be, components that suffer from underuse rather than wear become the primary concern. The regenerative braking system reduces pad wear considerably, but this can lead to corrosion and seizure of the rear calipers and surface rust on the brake discs from lack of regular cleaning action, and the tyres will not be subject to the natural scrubbing action that prevents sidewall perishing. Given the clean MOT history and the low-mileage profile, a prospective buyer should focus on age-related and standing-related deterioration rather than wear-related defects. A physical inspection should include a close examination of all four tyres for sidewall cracking or perishing, as rubber degrades with calendar age regardless of tread depth, and the tread should be measured across the full width since uneven wear can still occur from incorrect alignment or suspension geometry issues. The brake discs should be inspected for heavy surface corrosion, particularly on the rear axle, and a test drive should confirm smooth retardation without any grinding, shuddering, or pulling to one side that could indicate a binding caliper or a warped disc. Listen for any clonks or knocking from the suspension over speed humps and uneven surfaces, as bushes and top mounts can deteriorate from standing, and check the condition of the undertray, suspension arms, and exposed chassis components for any corrosion given the age of the vehicle. Additional checks appropriate to this usage profile include verifying the state of the 12V auxiliary battery, which in Teslas powers ancillaries and the vehicle computers and can fail without warning after several years regardless of mileage, and inspecting the main high-voltage traction battery health via the onboard display or a diagnostic scan to confirm no significant degradation in usable capacity. Cooling system hoses and connections for the battery and motor assemblies should be visually inspected for any perishing or leaks, as these are calendar-age service items. The door handles, window mechanisms, and charge port should be operated to confirm smooth function, and the climate control should be tested including any demist functions. Finally, the service history should be reviewed to confirm that brake fluid has been changed at the recommended intervals, as this is hygroscopic and degrades with time rather than mileage, and the cabin and HEPA filters should be inspected or replaced if there is no record of recent attention, as these also suffer from age-related blockage.