Tesla MOT Check
Our Tesla MOT data covers 49,230 tests across 3 models. Overall, 83% of Teslas passed first time, well above the 71% average for all cars.
The Tesla Model 3 had the highest first-time pass rate at 83%, while the Tesla Model S had the lowest at 82%. Remember that age and mileage make a big difference: the Model S cars tested averaged 67,725 miles, against 35,908 for the Model 3.
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- MOT tests analysed
- 49,230
- First-time pass rate
- 83%
- All cars: 71%
- Versus all cars
- +11.6 points
- Models covered
- 3
Tesla models compared
First-time MOT pass rates for each Tesla model, highest first. Select a model for its pass rate by year, common faults and ULEZ compliance.
- Tesla Model 383% passed · 32,821 tests
- Tesla Model X83% passed · 5,793 tests
- Tesla Model S82% passed · 10,616 tests
The dark marker shows the 71% average for all cars.
| Model | Tests | Pass rate | Most common failure | ULEZ likely compliant | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Model 3 | 32,821 | 83% | Tyres | 100% | ULEZ by year |
| Model X | 5,793 | 83% | Tyres | 100% | ULEZ by year |
| Model S | 10,616 | 82% | Tyres | 100% | ULEZ by year |
Why Teslas fail their MOT
Share of Tesla tests with a failure in each area, across all models, compared with all cars.
| Failure area | Tesla | All cars |
|---|---|---|
| Tyres | 11.9% | 6.3% |
| Lights and electrics | 2.9% | 11.3% |
| Visibility | 1.6% | 4.8% |
| Suspension | 1.3% | 8.9% |
| Brakes | 1.0% | 6.8% |
| Number plates and VIN | 0.3% | 0.4% |
Other makes
- Abarth 77%
- Alfa Romeo 68%
- Audi 78%
- Bentley 91%
- BMW 78%
- Chevrolet 54%
- Chrysler 60%
- Citroen 63%
- Dacia 72%
- Daihatsu 63%
- DS 70%
- Fiat 68%
- Ford 68%
- Honda 72%
- Hyundai 74%
- Isuzu 69%
- Jaguar 78%
- Jeep 75%
- Kia 74%
- Land Rover 76%
- LEVC 74%
- Lexus 83%
- Lotus 85%
- Mazda 72%
- Mercedes-Benz 77%
- MG 78%
- MINI 76%
- Mitsubishi 72%
- Nissan 69%
- Peugeot 66%
- Porsche 87%
- Renault 62%
- Rover 64%
- Saab 63%
- SEAT 74%
- Skoda 77%
- Smart 72%
- SsangYong 70%
- Subaru 72%
- Suzuki 73%
- Talbot 53%
- Toyota 74%
- Vauxhall 65%
- Volkswagen 72%
- Volvo 73%
About this data
Based on 49,230 first MOT tests of Tesla models carried out in 2023.
Source: DVSA anonymised MOT test data (contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0). First attempts on cars only; “pass rate” means passing first time. Averages cover all 32,735,164 cars tested (71% passed), and years with under 50 tests are hidden.
Learn more about how our data works.
Frequently asked questions
Answers from 49,230 first MOT tests of Tesla cars.
What is the average MOT pass rate for a Tesla?
83% of Teslas in our data passed at the first attempt, against 71% for all cars.
Which Tesla model has the best MOT pass rate?
The Tesla Model 3, with 83% passing first time. The lowest was the Tesla Model S, at 82%, though age differences explain part of the gap.
Why do Teslas fail their MOT?
The most common failure area was tyres, recorded on 11.9% of Tesla tests.
How do I check a Tesla's MOT history?
Enter the registration in our free MOT check. Tesla models in our data had covered 44,145 miles on average at their MOT, so check how a particular car compares.
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