2020 Tesla Model 3 Standard Range + Electric · LD70 HTK

The Tesla presents as roadworthy with a stable maintenance trend, evidenced by the most recent pass on 1 April 2026 at 66,491 miles recording no defects. Prior tests show consistent clean results, with the exception of an anomalous failure on 3 October 2024 at 54,895 miles that listed no defects yet was followed by a pass the same day. The vehicle's test history indicates no worsening mechanical condition. Mileage progression aligns with typical use for a six-year-old car, totalling 66,491 miles or roughly 11,082 per annum. The record shows 39,138 miles at the 29 September 2023 test, rising to 54,895 by 3 October 2024, a 15,757-mile interval suggesting slightly elevated annual covered distance. Subsequent accumulation slowed: only 2,293 miles to the 3 April 2025 test and 9,303 to April 2026. Such variation implies mixed commuting patterns rather than sustained heavy wear. The sparse but clean advisory list offers little indication of neglected consumables. Buyers should still conduct a physical inspection of components prone to age-related deterioration not captured by the emission-free MOT checks. The DVSA records show no worn suspension bushes, corroded brake discs, or structural integrity concerns, yet the 2020 model's mileage warrants scrutiny of tyre tread depth, condition of coil springs, and potential binding calipers from infrequent friction braking typical of electric regeneration. The earlier same-day fail without logged defects merits verification that no outstanding manufacturer recall or undocumented rectification exists. Previous owners appear to have maintained the vehicle to a standard that satisfied annual roadworthiness tests without advisories. This implies disciplined servicing, though the absence of recorded minor items like wiper blade wear is unusual. A pre-purchase examination by a marque specialist should confirm battery cooling system health and underbody shielding, as those areas fall outside MOT scope yet affect long-term reliability.