Tesla Model 3 Long Range Awd
From 63,035 MOT tests. Above average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
Pass rate by registration year
Newer Model 3 Long Range Awds fare better: 2022 models pass at 91.3% vs 86.7% for 2019.
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, a tyre cords visible or damaged and a tyre seriously damaged. The top issue, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, caused 3,613 failures in 2024. Checking tread depth (1.6mm legal minimum, 3mm recommended) before your test can save an unnecessary fail. You can check prices at Black Circles if you need replacements. If you need repairs before retesting, sites like BookMyGarage let you compare local prices.
| tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements | 3,613 |
| a tyre cords visible or damaged | 2,299 |
| a tyre seriously damaged | 1,452 |
| a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn | 868 |
| a tyre pressure monitoring system malfunctioning or obviously inoperative | 305 |
| the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements | 300 |
| wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen | 124 |
| windscreen or window damaged or seriously discoloured but not adversely affecting driver's view | 121 |
| number plate does not conform to the specified requirements | 114 |
| windscreen washers not working or not providing sufficient fluid to clear the windscreen | 104 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. 49.7% of failures are serious: 49.7% are safety issues (brakes, steering, tyre damage) and 0% could actually leave you stranded. That's close to the 44.4% average across all models. When it does fail, the average repair bill is around £80.
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 91.3% | a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements |
| 2021 | 87.7% | tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, a tyre cords visible or damaged |
| 2020 | 87.8% | tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, a tyre cords visible or damaged |
| 2019 | 86.7% | tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, a tyre cords visible or damaged |
Typical mileage
Half of all Model 3 Long Range Awds tested had between 23,396 and 42,391 miles on the clock. Relatively low mileage overall. Many are still fairly young.
At 33,639 median miles, the Model 3 Long Range Awd has 0.037 failures per 10,000 miles driven.
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Common questions
What is the Tesla Model 3 Long Range Awd MOT pass rate?
The Tesla Model 3 Long Range Awd has a 87.7% MOT pass rate based on 63,035 real MOT tests. This is above the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Tesla Model 3 Long Range Awd?
The most common MOT failure on the Tesla Model 3 Long Range Awd is tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, which caused 3,613 failures. Other common issues include a tyre cords visible or damaged.
What is the typical mileage of a Tesla Model 3 Long Range Awd at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Tesla Model 3 Long Range Awd is 33,639 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 23,396 and 42,391 miles.
Buying a used Model 3 Long Range Awd?
Start with the free tools. Look up the specific vehicle's MOT history on GOV.UK The mileage at each test will show if it's been wound back, and the advisory history tells you what's wearing. Cross-reference that against the typical failures above to see if anything looks unusual for this model.
The free data won't tell you about outstanding finance, theft markers, or write-off history. For that, you need a vehicle history check This is especially important on a private sale where you have fewer legal protections.
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