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TESLA MODEL 3 STANDARD RANGE + (2020)

Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 12,949 real MOT tests in 2024.

MOT Pass Rate

89%

Total Tests (2024)

12,949

Avg Mileage

42,820 mi

Est. Annual Cost

£1,095

Is the 2020 TESLA MODEL 3 STANDARD RANGE + reliable?

Good reliability. Occasional issues but generally solid. That's 7 points above the national average of 82%.

At 4 years old, 89% of TESLA MODEL 3 STANDARD RANGE +s from 2020 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 12,949 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 42,820 miles.

How does the 2020 TESLA MODEL 3 STANDARD RANGE + compare?

Rank among all 2020 cars1930th out of 2,596(top 74%)
Rank among all TESLA models24th out of 55(top 44%)
vs national average+7% (82% avg)
vs 2020 cars average-3% (92% avg)
vs TESLA average+0% (89% avg)

Mileage Analysis

The average 2020 TESLA MODEL 3 STANDARD RANGE + has 42,820 miles on the clock, which is above the expected 29,600 miles for a 4-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 STANDARD RANGE +?

The most reliable year is the 2022 model with a 91% MOT pass rate, while the 2021 model has the lowest at 88%. The 2020 sits between the two at 89%.

How much does a 2020 TESLA MODEL 3 STANDARD RANGE + cost to run?

Fuel (Electric, 0cc)
£500
🏛️Road Tax
£190
🔧MOT Test
£55
🛠️Predicted Repairs
£350
Total per year£1,095
Per month£91/mo

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 STANDARD RANGE + by Year

YearPass RateTestsAvg Mileage
202291%89661,952 mi
202188%15,25836,861 mi
202089%12,94942,820 mi
201989%7,10850,134 mi

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About the 2020 TESLA MODEL 3 STANDARD RANGE +

The 2020 TESLA MODEL 3 STANDARD RANGE + is a electric with a 0cc electric engine. 12,949 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it one of the most commonly tested cars on UK roads. Among all cars from 2020, the average MOT pass rate is 92%, and this model falls short of that benchmark.

With an average of 42,820 miles at 4 years old, TESLA MODEL 3 STANDARD RANGE + owners cover more miles than the average driver.

What does it cost to own a 2020 TESLA MODEL 3 STANDARD RANGE +?

Total estimated annual running cost is £1,095 91/month), broken down as £500 fuel, £190 road tax, £55 MOT, and £350 predicted repairs. Repair costs are moderate, reflecting the 89% pass rate. Keeping on top of servicing will help avoid surprises.

TESLA MODEL 3 STANDARD RANGE + Reliability Trend

The TESLA MODEL 3 STANDARD RANGE + has maintained consistent MOT pass rates across model years, varying by only 1 percentage points.

Buying a Used 2020 TESLA MODEL 3 STANDARD RANGE +

At 4 years old, the TESLA MODEL 3 STANDARD RANGE + 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 2022 model has the highest pass rate at 91%. With 12,949 MOT tests in our data, there's strong statistical confidence in these figures.

Alternatives to the 2020 TESLA MODEL 3 STANDARD RANGE +

If reliability is your priority, there are 2 similar cars with a higher MOT pass rate. Here are comparable electric cars with similar engines: