Tesla Model 3 Standard Range + MOT Check
MOT pass rates, common failures, and reliability data for the Tesla Model 3 Standard Range +. Check any Model 3 Standard Range + by registration number below.
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88.5%
Avg Pass Rate
+3.8%
vs Tesla Avg
5
Year Ranges
Excellent
Reliability
Tesla Model 3 Standard Range + — MOT Reliability Overview
The Tesla Model 3 Standard Range + has an average MOT pass rate of 88.5%, which is 3.8 percentage points above the Tesla brand average of 84.7%. This is a strong result, indicating that the Model 3 Standard Range + is well-engineered and tends to age well mechanically. Owners can expect fewer surprises at MOT time.
The most common reasons a Tesla Model 3 Standard Range + fails its MOT are tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, a tyre cords visible or damaged, a tyre seriously damaged. If you are preparing your Model 3 Standard Range + for its MOT, checking these areas first could save you a retest fee. Our detailed fault analysis includes estimated repair costs for each failure type.
Before buying a used Tesla Model 3 Standard Range +, we recommend checking the full MOT history, write-off status, outstanding finance, and stolen vehicle status. These checks can be done for free using the registration number.
MOT Pass Rate by Year
How the Tesla Model 3 Standard Range + performs at MOT across different model years.
2022
Based on 1,360 vehicles
3.9%
9.0%
97k mi
2021
Based on 14,003 vehicles
6.6%
12.9%
58k mi
2020
Based on 17,618 vehicles
4.8%
11.5%
54k mi
81k mi
2019
Based on 9,900 vehicles
5.0%
11.0%
63k mi
81k mi
0
Based on 12,038 vehicles
37k mi
Top MOT Failures — Tesla Model 3 Standard Range +
The most common reasons a Tesla Model 3 Standard Range + fails its MOT, aggregated across all year ranges.
Tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements
A tyre cords visible or damaged
A tyre seriously damaged
A tyre pressure monitoring system malfunctioning or obviously inoperative
The aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements
Where Failures Occur
The areas of the vehicle most commonly flagged during MOT inspections.
Rear Offside
Rear Nearside
Front Nearside
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Tesla Model 3 Standard Range + — Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about the Tesla Model 3 Standard Range + MOT and reliability.
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