High-mileage electric cars are more reliable than petrol ones, study finds
Summary
A study found that electric cars with high mileage are generally more reliable than petrol cars with similar mileage. The research shows electric vehicles fail less often on safety tests after driving many miles, though they have more tyre problems.Key Facts
- The study analyzed 47.4 million MOT safety tests on vehicles.
- EVs between 90,000 and 120,000 miles failed MOT tests 25% less often than petrol cars.
- Beyond 120,000 miles, 16% of EVs failed tests compared to 23.5% of petrol cars.
- EVs had nearly twice the number of tyre defects compared to petrol cars.
- Older low-mileage EVs showed more brake problems due to corrosion.
- MOT tests check brakes, tyres, suspension, steering, and lights but not battery health.
- Experts advise buyers to check an EV’s full history and battery condition before purchasing used.
- The study suggests that high mileage on EVs does not necessarily mean poor condition.
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