2019 Tesla Model 3 Standard Range + Electric · UA11 ACE

The vehicle was last presented for MOT on 2 December 2025 and was passed with no defects or advisories recorded against it. This represents four consecutive pass entries on the DVSA record spanning from December 2022 through December 2025, with each annual test returning a clean result. The absence of any advisories on the most recent examination suggests that the wear items typically scrutinised at MOT, such as tyres, brakes, suspension components, lighting, and structural corrosion, were all found to be within acceptable legal limits. This consistent pattern of clean passes across multiple test cycles points to a stable maintenance trend and indicates the vehicle has been kept in roadworthy condition throughout the recorded period. For a prospective buyer, this is a reassuring baseline; however, it is worth noting that the MOT is a minimum safety standard rather than a comprehensive mechanical inspection, and a clean pass does not preclude the existence of developing wear issues. The recorded mileage of 50,963 against a vehicle of this age equates to an annualised usage of approximately 7,280 miles, which is broadly typical for a modern electric saloon of this vintage. There are no obvious extended gaps in the MOT record, with tests conducted in December 2022, January 2024, December 2024, and December 2025, which suggests reasonably consistent usage rather than long periods of standing. Mileage accumulation appears steady, without any sudden spikes that might indicate heavy commercial use, towing, or prolonged high-speed motorway driving. For an electric vehicle with relatively modest annual mileage, the high-voltage battery, drive units, and ancillary electric systems should have experienced moderate rather than severe cycling, which is favourable for long-term powertrain longevity. Equally, the brake system, which on a Tesla Model 3 benefits from significant regenerative braking, is likely to have experienced less friction wear than on an equivalent internal combustion vehicle, though the discs and calipers should still be physically inspected. Given the clean MOT history and the absence of any recorded advisories, the prospective buyer should focus their pre-purchase inspection on age-related and time-serviced items that would not necessarily trigger an MOT failure but are critical to overall roadworthiness and reliability. Tyres should be examined closely for sidewall perishing or cracking, as rubber compounds degrade with age regardless of tread depth, and the manufacturing date code on the sidewall should be checked to confirm the tyres are not excessively old even if the tread appears adequate. Brake discs should be inspected for corrosion pitting or lipping, particularly given the regenerative braking system may have led to surface corrosion from extended periods of low-friction use, and the calipers should be checked to ensure they are not seizing. The 12-volt auxiliary battery, which is a known service item on Tesla vehicles and can cause a range of electrical anomalies if degraded, should be tested for state of health, and any error messages relating to the high-voltage battery thermal management system should be investigated via the vehicle's service history or diagnostic readout. A physical inspection should also include verification of fluid services that are calendar-based rather than mileage-based, including the brake fluid, which typically requires replacement every two years regardless of use, and the coolant in both the high-voltage battery loop and the drive unit cooling circuit, both of which have specific service intervals set by Tesla. The suspension should be examined for any knocking or clunking on a test drive, paying particular attention to the front lower control arm bushes and rear suspension links, which are known wear items across all Tesla Model 3 variants. On the test drive itself, listen for any unusual noises from the drive units, particularly under hard acceleration or regen braking, and verify the operation of the touchscreen, software systems, and climate control, as electrical faults in these areas are not uncommon. Finally, a thorough check of the charging port, high-voltage cabling visible underneath the vehicle, and any evidence of accident damage or panel misalignment should be undertaken, ideally supported by a full Tesla-approved vehicle health check and a high-voltage battery state-of-health report before committing to purchase.