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Coverage dated September 22, 2026

High-Mileage EVs May Hold Up Better Than Gas Cars: Study

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Are concerns about EV longevity overblown? According to a new study of 47 million vehicle inspections in the U.K., the answer is yes.

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  1. The Guardian

    High-mileage electric cars are more reliable than petrol ones, study finds (opens The Guardian)

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    EVs with 90,000 to 120,000 miles on the clock are more likely to pass MOTs than petrol models of the same age Motorists buying a secondhand car with a lot of miles on the clock are likely to find an electric vehicle (EV) ultimately more reliable than a petrol vehicle, according to a study.

  2. InsideEVs

    High-Mileage EVs May Hold Up Better Than Gas Cars: Study (opens InsideEVs)

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    Are concerns about EV longevity overblown? According to a new study of 47 million vehicle inspections in the U.K., the answer is yes.

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