2020 Tesla Model 3 Long Range AWD Electric · LD20 OLO

The most recent DVSA MOT test dated 26 February 2026 resulted in a Pass, although two minor items were recorded relating to windscreen damage not obstructing the driver's view and a defective front wiper blade. Both are categorised as minor defects rather than advisories, indicating they did not constitute test failures but should be rectified. Looking at the recent history, the vehicle passed cleanly in 2023 and 2024 with only an advisory relating to rear tyre wear, before recording a Dangerous failure on 25 February 2025 for a nearside front inner tyre with exposed ply or cords, alongside advisories on the offside front inner tyre being worn close to canvas and the offside rear tyre showing signs of being run flat. A re-test the following day secured a pass once the dangerous defect was rectified, but the advisories remained. The pattern suggests the vehicle has generally been maintained to a roadworthy level, but the 2025 test episode highlights some lapses in tyre monitoring that warrant close scrutiny on inspection. The recorded mileage of 39,451 miles on a 2020 registration equates to roughly 6,575 miles per year over six years, which sits broadly in line with typical usage for a vehicle of this age. This annual mileage is not particularly low, nor is it excessively high, and the progression between tests appears consistent rather than showing any extended periods of standing or sudden accumulations. As an electric vehicle with dual motor all wheel drive, the Model 3 does not suffer from many of the traditional combustion engine wear items such as timing belts or exhaust components. Attention instead should be directed towards the battery pack health, suspension components, and braking system. The mileage implies normal consumption of tyres, brake components, and general suspension wear, though the lack of recorded advisories relating to suspension or brakes across the MOT history is a positive indicator. The advisory and failure items in the MOT history centre almost exclusively on tyres, with multiple references to inner tyre wear and signs of being run flat. For a prospective buyer, this is a significant area of investigation, as inner edge wear on a dual motor all wheel drive electric vehicle of this type can suggest tracking misalignment, worn suspension bushes, or potentially worn suspension components such as control arm bushings or top mounts. The exposed ply on the nearside front inner tyre recorded as a Dangerous failure in February 2025 is particularly concerning and indicates the previous owner may have been neglecting tyre condition monitoring. On a physical inspection, all four tyres should be examined for uneven wear patterns across the tread, with particular attention to the inner edges, and the manufacturing date codes checked on the sidewalls to ensure they are not aged out, as tyres older than six years can suffer from perishing and reduced grip even with adequate tread depth. Beyond the recorded MOT items, a test drive should focus on any suspension noises such as clonks or rattles over uneven road surfaces, which could indicate worn bushes or anti roll bar links consistent with the mileage. Brake feel should be evaluated for any shudder through the pedal or steering wheel under firm application, suggesting warped discs, as well as any grinding noises that could indicate worn pads. Given that this is an electric vehicle that may have been driven relatively gently, the brake calipers could be prone to binding if the vehicle has seen periods of light use, leading to uneven pad wear and disc corrosion. The 12 volt auxiliary battery and high voltage traction battery health should be verified, and any service history examined to confirm brake fluid replacement at appropriate intervals, as brake fluid is hygroscopic and degrades over time regardless of mileage. Finally, the windscreen damage and wiper blade defects noted on the most recent test should be inspected to confirm they have been addressed, and a general check undertaken for any software recalls or known Tesla build quality issues affecting panel alignment.