Tesla Model 3 Long Range AWD (2021)
2021 Tesla Model 3 Long Range AWD
CarHunch analysed 22,752 real MOT records for the 2021 Tesla Model 3 Long Range AWD. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
The 2021 Tesla Model 3 Long Range AWD passes its MOT first time in 89.5% of cases, a solid 9.5 percentage points above the UK average, and dangerous defects are relatively uncommon at 15.6%. This is a genuinely reliable car by the numbers, with no concerning gap between petrol and diesel variants since it's entirely electric.
At 43,079 miles on average, these vehicles have covered a moderate distance for their age, and the low failure rate of 0.29 per vehicle reflects the mechanical simplicity of electric drivetrains. The 2.1 advisories per car typically point to wear items like tyres and brake fluid rather than structural problems—a good sign that major systems are holding up well. If you're considering one, get a pre-purchase inspection focused on battery health and the cooling system, as these are the most expensive unknowns an MOT won't reveal.
What to check before buying a 2021 Tesla Model 3 Long Range AWD
Practical pre-purchase checks for this age and model.
- 📋 Check the full MOT history. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. Enter the reg below for a full AI analysis.
- 🔍 Inspect for corrosion in person. Brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that's expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.
- 🛞 Check tyres and brakes. The most common advisory items at this age. Budget for replacement if they're near the limit — factor this into your offer price.
- 📄 Run an HPI check. The MOT history won't show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status — an HPI check will.
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Pass Rate by Fuel Type
| Fuel type | Vehicles | Pass rate | Avg failures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electric (100%) | 22,748 | 89.4% | 0.29 |
| Electric (0%) | 3 | 100% | 0 |
| Electric (0%) | 1 | 100% | 0 |
Mileage Distribution
Most 2021 Tesla Model 3 Long Range AWD vehicles sit in the blue band. If the car you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.
Half of all 2021 Tesla Model 3 Long Range AWD vehicles fall between 28,670 and 53,575 miles.
MOT History Averages
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