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Tesla Model 3 Long Range AWD

Black · Electric · 2020

L5 JCWMOT history

L5 JCW is a black electric Tesla Model 3 Long Range AWD first used on 29 May 2020. Its MOT is valid until 30 May 2027 and it has passed 4 of 6 MOT tests, with 73,763 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 May 2026.

L5 JCW black Tesla Model 3 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 30 May 2027
Mileage
73,763 mi
At MOT on 14 May 2026
MOT tests
6
4 passed · 2 failed
Per year
11,705 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L5 JCW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Tesla
Model
Model 3 Long Range AWD
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Electric
Year of manufacture
2020
First used
29 May 2020
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 May 2027
Latest MOT test
14 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L5 JCW was last recorded at 73,763 miles on 14 May 2026, 995 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 May 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
72,768 miles · 5 May 2026
Between the last two tests
995 miles
Average per year
11,705 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 73,763 miles
  • 2025 – 58,169 miles
  • 2024 – 47,789 miles
  • 2023 – 39,185 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass73,763 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated banana arm ball joint boot leaking grease (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated straight arm ball joint boot leaking grease (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play hub joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play straight arm ball joint play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play hub joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both lower arm gaiters leaking grease

    Minor2 MOTs, 2026

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn

    Major2 MOTs, 2026

  • Nearside Rear Upper Suspension component ball joint has slight play knuckle joint slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2026

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both lower arm gaiters leaking grease

    Minor2 MOTs, 2026

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2026

  • Offside Rear Suspension component ball joint has slight play knuckle joint slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2026

Full MOT history

6 tests since 31 May 2023, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass73,763 miles2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2027
    Odometer
    73,763 miles
    Test number
    942929852523
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated banana arm ball joint boot leaking grease (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated straight arm ball joint boot leaking grease (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play hub joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play straight arm ball joint play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play hub joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  2. Fail73,759 miles (+991)1 major2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,759 miles
    Test number
    749883730487
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both lower arm gaiters leaking grease (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both lower arm gaiters leaking grease (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension component ball joint has slight play knuckle joint slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component ball joint has slight play knuckle joint slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  3. Fail72,768 miles (+14,599)1 major2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,768 miles
    Test number
    154354589516
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both lower arm gaiters leaking grease (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both lower arm gaiters leaking grease (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension component ball joint has slight play knuckle joint slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component ball joint has slight play knuckle joint slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  4. Pass58,169 miles (+10,380)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2026
    Odometer
    58,169 miles
    Test number
    862949689821
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  5. Pass47,789 miles (+8,604)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2025
    Odometer
    47,789 miles
    Test number
    188711653679
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Top middle bush connecting to wheel hub (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  6. Pass39,185 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2024
    Odometer
    39,185 miles
    Test number
    228217113847

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L5 JCW

Does L5 JCW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L5 JCW is valid until 30 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on L5 JCW?
The MOT on L5 JCW is valid until 30 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L5 JCW done?
L5 JCW was recorded at 73,763 miles at its MOT on 14 May 2026, an average of 11,705 miles a year.
Has L5 JCW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L5 JCW has failed 2 of its 6 MOT tests, most recently on 14 May 2026.
Has the mileage on L5 JCW ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on L5 JCW find?
L5 JCW passed its latest MOT on 14 May 2026 with 2 minor defects and 5 advisories: offside front lower suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated banana arm ball joint boot leaking grease; offside front lower suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated straight arm ball joint boot leaking grease; nearside front inner tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 4 more.

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