2020 Tesla Model 3 Long Range AWD Electric · LG20 XSE

The vehicle's most recent MOT history shows a recent decline in maintenance standards, shifting from a clean record to a significant failure in March 2026. While the car passed its test on 12 March 2026 at 19,888 miles, this followed a failure just three days earlier at 19,850 miles. The failure was driven by multiple tyre defects, including cracking, perishing, and a cut reaching the cords on the offside rear tyre. This indicates a sudden lapse in basic consumable upkeep after several years of clean passes. The mileage profile suggests very light usage, averaging approximately 3,315 miles per year over the six-year period. The record shows a steady, low-speed accumulation from 10,202 miles in February 2023 to 16,526 miles in March 2025, and finally reaching 19,888 miles in March 2026. Such low annual mileage can be beneficial for mechanical components, but the 2026 failure regarding perishing and cracking tyres suggests the vehicle may have sat stationary for extended periods, allowing the rubber to degrade despite low tread wear. A prospective buyer should focus on the condition of the tyres and any potential age-related degradation of rubber components. The March 2026 failure specifically flagged perishing across all four tyres, which is a classic symptom of long periods of inactivity. Beyond the tyres, the windscreen damage noted in both the March 2026 failure and subsequent pass should be inspected for any signs of spreading cracks or structural integrity issues. While the previous years showed no defects, the recent sudden appearance of multiple tyre faults warrants a thorough check of the suspension bushings and other rubber seals to ensure they have not also suffered from age-related drying or cracking.