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Tesla Model 3 Performance AWD

Red · Electric · 2019

T21 DRLMOT history

T21 DRL is a red electric Tesla Model 3 Performance AWD first used on 27 Dec 2019. Its MOT is valid until 17 Oct 2026 and it has passed 4 of 8 MOT tests, with 89,773 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Oct 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 17 Oct 2026
Mileage
89,773 mi
At MOT on 14 Oct 2026
MOT tests
8
4 passed · 4 failed
Per year
8,297 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T21 DRL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Tesla
Model
Model 3 Performance AWD
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Electric
Year of manufacture
2019
First used
27 Dec 2019
MOT status
MOT valid until 17 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
14 Oct 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

T21 DRL was last recorded at 89,773 miles on 14 Oct 2026, 6,230 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
83,543 miles · 8 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
6,230 miles
Average per year
8,297 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 89,773 miles
  • 2025 – 83,543 miles
  • 2024 – 76,091 miles
  • 2023 – 69,915 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail89,773 miles
  • MajorOffside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper leaking (1.1.16 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

What MOT failures 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.

  • Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all discs starting to corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

8 tests since 9 Feb 2023, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail89,773 miles (+6,230)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,773 miles
    Test number
    500125189227
    • MajorOffside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper leaking (1.1.16 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  2. Pass83,543 miles (+7,452)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    83,543 miles
    Test number
    673087570201
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  3. Pass76,091 miles (+79)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    76,091 miles
    Test number
    352398878744
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  4. Fail76,012 miles (+6,097)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,012 miles
    Test number
    690528260279
    • MajorNearside Front Road wheel badly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn In hub (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play In hub (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  5. Pass69,915 miles (+35)
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    69,915 miles
    Test number
    181912182133

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail69,880 miles (+10,614)1 dangerous4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,880 miles
    Test number
    996905955124
    • DangerousNearside Rear Road wheel fractured (5.2.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  7. Pass59,266 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    59,266 miles
    Test number
    430468458048
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all discs starting to corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
  8. Fail59,266 miles3 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,266 miles
    Test number
    510472173237
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all discs starting to corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Questions about T21 DRL

Does T21 DRL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T21 DRL is valid until 17 Oct 2026.
When is the MOT due on T21 DRL?
The MOT on T21 DRL is valid until 17 Oct 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T21 DRL done?
T21 DRL was recorded at 89,773 miles at its MOT on 14 Oct 2026, an average of 8,297 miles a year.
Has T21 DRL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T21 DRL has failed 4 of its 8 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on T21 DRL 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 T21 DRL find?
T21 DRL failed its latest MOT on 14 Oct 2026 with 1 major defect and 1 advisory: offside rear hydraulic brake calliper leaking; rear child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt.

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