Tesla Model 3 Performance Awd
From 23,773 MOT tests. Above average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
Pass rate by registration year
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are a tyre cords visible or damaged, a tyre seriously damaged and tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements. The top issue, a tyre cords visible or damaged, caused 1,163 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.
| a tyre cords visible or damaged | 1,163 |
| a tyre seriously damaged | 929 |
| tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements | 460 |
| a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn | 381 |
| the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements | 138 |
| any fracture or welding defect on a wheel | 127 |
| number plate does not conform to the specified requirements | 107 |
| a tyre has a lump, bulge or tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure. this includes any lifting of the tread rubber | 106 |
| windscreen or window damaged or seriously discoloured but not adversely affecting driver's view | 86 |
| a rear registration plate lamp or light source missing or inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps | 62 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. 69.5% of Model 3 Performance Awd failures are safety items (worn brakes, tyre damage, steering play). The car still drives, but you shouldn't. Only 0% are the kind that would actually strand you. When it does fail, the average repair bill is around £81.
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 84.6% | a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, a tyre seriously damaged |
| 2021 | 87.9% | a tyre seriously damaged, a tyre cords visible or damaged |
| 2020 | 85.8% | a tyre cords visible or damaged, a tyre seriously damaged |
| 2019 | 85.6% | a tyre cords visible or damaged, a tyre seriously damaged |
Typical mileage
Half of all Model 3 Performance Awds tested had between 35,001 and 50,681 miles on the clock. Relatively low mileage overall. Many are still fairly young.
At 39,508 median miles, the Model 3 Performance Awd has 0.035 failures per 10,000 miles driven.
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Common questions
What is the Tesla Model 3 Performance Awd MOT pass rate?
The Tesla Model 3 Performance Awd has a 86.2% MOT pass rate based on 23,773 real MOT tests. This is above the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Tesla Model 3 Performance Awd?
The most common MOT failure on the Tesla Model 3 Performance Awd is a tyre cords visible or damaged, which caused 1,163 failures. Other common issues include a tyre seriously damaged.
What is the typical mileage of a Tesla Model 3 Performance Awd at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Tesla Model 3 Performance Awd is 39,508 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 35,001 and 50,681 miles.
Buying a used Model 3 Performance 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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