2021 Tesla Model 3 Standard Range + Electricity · LF21 YLR

A clean and minimal MOT record defines the mechanical profile of this 2021 Tesla Model 3, with only three tests on file and all returning pass certificates. The most recent examination on 24 April 2026 recorded no defects at all, continuing a stable roadworthiness trend that has held since the vehicle first appeared for testing in March 2024. Across the entire DVSA history there have been no failures, no dangerous defects, and no advisories relating to corrosion, suspension wear, brake component condition, steering play, or structural integrity. The only two advisories ever issued were minor and entirely non-structural: a child seat obscuring full inspection of an adult belt in March 2025, and a superficial nearside rear tyre cut not deep enough to reach the cords. For an EV of this age and specification, the absence of recurring component advisories is a particularly reassuring indicator, as EVs tend to flag fewer wear items than ICE equivalents due to regenerative braking reducing pad and disc wear. Annual mileage accumulation sits at roughly 8,086 miles per year over the five-year age span, which is broadly typical for a privately used modern vehicle. There is no evidence of long stationary periods that might otherwise raise concerns about 12V battery health, tyre flat-spotting, or brake disc corrosion, and equally no rapid mileage escalation suggesting heavy commercial or long-distance use. The three MOT tests fall neatly at roughly annual intervals from March 2024 through April 2026, confirming consistent road use and a predictable maintenance rhythm. This kind of moderate, steady usage generally preserves suspension bushes, keeps brake components clean and free from prolonged surface corrosion, and avoids the thermal stress associated with frequent rapid charging or sustained high-mileage motorway driving. Given the components actually flagged in the MOT record, a prospective buyer should focus inspection effort on the tyres and seatbelt system rather than mechanical underpinnings. The nearside rear tyre cut advisory from March 2025 is worth following up: physically inspect all four tyres for sidewall bulges, cracking, or uneven tread wear, as EVs are notably heavy at the rear due to battery placement and can wear rear tyres faster than the fronts. Check the tread depth across the full width, not just the centre, and confirm the tyres are matching in brand, size, and age. The child seat advisory simply prevented the inspector from viewing the adult belt fully, so verify all seatbelts retract smoothly, latch firmly, and the webbing is undamaged along its full length. Beyond the advisory items, the test drive should concentrate on EV-specific mechanical symptoms. Listen carefully for any knocking or creaking from the suspension over speed bumps and uneven surfaces, paying particular attention to the rear multilink geometry which carries the battery weight. Feel for any steering vibration, pull to one side under braking, or knocking through the brake pedal, as even regen-heavy Teslas can develop binding calipers or warped discs from infrequent manual braking use. Confirm the 12V battery is functioning correctly, that the high-voltage system shows no warning messages, and that the touchscreen reports no drivetrain or battery faults. With only minor tyre-related advisories on file and no structural or mechanical concerns recorded, this Model 3 presents a straightforward roadworthiness picture, though a thorough physical inspection remains prudent given the silent nature of EV drivetrain wear.