TESLA MODEL 3 (2019)
Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 48 real MOT tests in 2024.
MOT Pass Rate
94%
Total Tests (2024)
48
Avg Mileage
52,965 mi
Est. Annual Cost
£945
Is the 2019 TESLA MODEL 3 reliable?
Excellent reliability. Very few MOT failures. That's 12 points above the national average of 82%. It also outperforms the TESLA brand average of 89%.
At 5 years old, 94% of TESLA MODEL 3s from 2019 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 48 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 52,965 miles.
How does the 2019 TESLA MODEL 3 compare?
Mileage Analysis
The average 2019 TESLA MODEL 3 has 52,965 miles on the clock, which is above the expected 37,000 miles for a 5-year-old car. Higher-mileage cars often have more motorway miles, which is generally less harmful than stop-start urban driving.
Best year to buy a TESLA MODEL 3?
The most reliable year is the 2023 model with a 96% MOT pass rate, while the 2020 model has the lowest at 80%. The 2019 sits between the two at 94%.
How much does a 2019 TESLA MODEL 3 cost to run?
Based on 7,400 miles/year (UK average), current fuel prices, and repair likelihood from MOT pass rate data. Insurance not included.
TESLA MODEL 3 by Year
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About the 2019 TESLA MODEL 3
The 2019 TESLA MODEL 3 is a electric with a 0cc electric engine. 48 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a rare model on UK roads. Among all cars from 2019, the average MOT pass rate is 90%, and this model beats that benchmark.
With an average of 52,965 miles at 5 years old, TESLA MODEL 3 owners cover more miles than the average driver.
What does it cost to own a 2019 TESLA MODEL 3?
Total estimated annual running cost is £945 (£79/month), broken down as £500 fuel, £190 road tax, £55 MOT, and £200 predicted repairs. The low repair estimate reflects the excellent 94% pass rate. These cars rarely fail their MOT, so unexpected bills are less likely.
TESLA MODEL 3 Reliability Trend
Newer TESLA MODEL 3s show better MOT pass rates than older ones, with an average improvement of 8 percentage points.
Buying a Used 2019 TESLA MODEL 3
At 5 years old, the TESLA MODEL 3 offers good value with plenty of life remaining. Most manufacturer warranties will have expired, so a pre-purchase inspection is worth the cost. If you're flexible on year, the 2023 model has the highest pass rate at 96%. Note: with only 48 tests in our data, these figures should be treated as indicative rather than definitive.
Alternatives to the 2019 TESLA MODEL 3
If reliability is your priority, there's one similar car with a higher MOT pass rate. Here are comparable electric cars with similar engines:
- TESLA MODEL 3 LONG RANGE AWD (2021) 88% pass rate (-6%) from 39,444 tests
- JAGUAR I-PACE (2020) 96% pass rate (+2%) from 18,488 tests
- TESLA MODEL 3 STANDARD RANGE + (2021) 88% pass rate (-6%) from 15,258 tests
- TESLA MODEL 3 PERFORMANCE AWD (2020) 87% pass rate (-7%) from 12,320 tests