2020 Tesla Model 3 Standard Range + Electricity · WM70 KDF

The most recent DVSA examination conducted on 29 December 2025 records a clean pass with no defects or advisories, and this is corroborated by the prior test on 27 December 2024 which also resulted in a pass with no recorded items of concern. The single failure event in the documented history occurred on 28 August 2024, but notably the official record shows no defects listed against that test entry, which suggests either an administrative or category issue rather than a mechanical failure, or the failure reasons were not captured in the available data. With two consecutive clean passes following that event and no advisory items emerging on either subsequent test, the overall maintenance trend appears stable and the vehicle is currently meeting statutory roadworthiness requirements without recorded cause for concern at the point of its last examination. With a recorded mileage of 72,163 miles over approximately six years, this Tesla Model 3 is accumulating at roughly 12,000 miles annually, which is meaningfully above the UK national average and points to consistent, fairly intensive use. Such annual mileage typically accelerates wear on the consumable elements of the vehicle, including tyres, brake components, suspension bushes, and wishbone arms, even on an electric powertrain which is otherwise less mechanically stressed than a combustion equivalent. The absence of any recorded mileage gaps in the MOT history suggests the vehicle has been in regular service rather than left standing for extended periods, which is generally favourable for component longevity and reduces the likelihood of seized calipers, deteriorated brake fluid from lack of circulation, or perished rubber components associated with prolonged inactivity. Given the clean advisory record and the higher-than-average usage, a prospective buyer should nonetheless carry out a focused physical inspection commensurate with the mileage and age. Begin with a thorough examination of the four tyres, paying particular attention not only to tread depth which must meet the legal 1.6mm minimum across the central three-quarters of the tread, but also to sidewall condition looking for any cracking, perishing, or bulging which can occur on a vehicle of this age regardless of tread remaining. The Model 3 is known for relatively rapid rear tyre wear due to torque delivery, so verify even wear across the axle and check for any camber-related inner-edge wear that might indicate suspension geometry concerns. Inspect the brake discs for lipping around the outer edge and check the caliper carriers for corrosion, as high-mileage vehicles frequently exhibit seized slider pins which manifest as uneven pad wear or pulling under braking. Beyond tyres and braking components, the inspection should extend to the suspension system by listening for clonks or knocking over speed bumps and uneven surfaces, with particular attention to the rear suspension links and bushes which are common wear items on this model. Verify the condition and health of the 12V auxiliary battery, as Tesla vehicles rely on a conventional low-voltage battery to operate door handles, infotainment boot, and central electronics, and failure of this component is a well-documented ownership frustration that can present without warning. Although the powertrain itself requires minimal routine servicing, brake fluid should be confirmed as changed at the recommended two-year interval irrespective of mileage, and a check of the high-voltage cooling system hoses and connections is advisable. Finally, request evidence of recent tyre rotations and alignment checks, and where possible obtain a battery state of health report, as this will provide the most meaningful indication of long-term value and remaining service life for what is otherwise a mechanically sound candidate.