2021 Tesla Model 3 – 5YJ3E1EA3MF997038
Description
This 2021 Tesla Model 3 (Grey) comes from a major insurance auction in the USA or Canada. All information on this page is linked to the vehicle’s VIN (5YJ3E1EA3MF997038), which helps confirm where the car was listed and what condition it was in at the time of sale.
The photos shown are real auction photos of this exact vehicle. It’s worth reviewing them closely—auction listings don’t always mention every detail, and images often reveal things like scratches, dents, missing trim, or other visible issues.
Technical details
This 2021 Tesla Model 3 (Grey) is equipped with an engine designed to balance performance and efficiency. According to the auction listing, the vehicle had 5,192 miles at the time of sale.
Condition and reported damage
At the auction, the following damage was reported:
- Primary damage: Rear End
- Secondary damage: Unknown
Insurance-auction vehicles are typically sold with some form of damage or defect, ranging from minor cosmetic issues to more serious problems. To get the clearest picture, compare the reported damage with the photos.
Additional information
Each listing on our site is connected to the vehicle’s VIN, allowing you to cross-check details such as history, ownership records, and accident/insurance information (where available). This vehicle was listed through a large insurance-auction platform in the United States, which helps ensure the information is traceable.
For the most accurate assessment, review all photos and all listed specifications before making any decisions.
Technical Specifications
| VIN Number | 5YJ3E1EA3MF997038 |
|---|---|
| Lot ID | 41062822 |
| Sale Date | 2022-08-10 |
| Color | Grey |
| Odometer | 5192 |
| Fuel Type | Electric |
| Primary Damage | Rear End |
| Secondary Damage | Unknown |
VIN Breakdown for 5YJ3E1EA3MF997038
Every 17-character VIN encodes specific facts about where and when the vehicle was built. Here is what the VIN 5YJ3E1EA3MF997038 reveals about this 2021 Tesla:
| World Manufacturer Identifier (WMI) | 5YJ — Tesla |
| Country of manufacture | United States |
| Model year code (10th digit) | M — 2021 |
| Assembly plant code (11th digit) | F |
| Vehicle descriptor section (VDS) | 3E1EA |
| VIN check digit (9th) | 3 |
| Production serial number | 997038 |
About This 2021 Tesla Model 3
Recorded at the auction yard in CA - Sun Valley, this 2021 Tesla Model 3 carries the VIN 5YJ3E1EA3MF997038 and the details below. Auction records put this car at 5,192 miles with a reported Grey finish. All of the data here is anchored to the VIN, so it lines up with independent history and title checks.
Understanding the Reported Damage
Rear-end damage commonly affects the bumper, trunk floor, tail lights and exhaust. Check whether the rear frame rails or trunk pan are buckled, as that signals a harder structural hit.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the VIN 5YJ3E1EA3MF997038 salvage or auction history?
This page collects the public auction record tied to VIN 5YJ3E1EA3MF997038. It indicates the 2021 Tesla Model 3 passed through a North American insurance or salvage auction, where the photos and reported damage shown here were recorded.
Where was this 2021 Tesla Model 3 located?
The most recent auction listing placed this vehicle at CA - Sun Valley. Auction locations can change if a car is relisted.
Can I get a full history report for VIN 5YJ3E1EA3MF997038?
Yes. Enter the VIN 5YJ3E1EA3MF997038 into the search box at the top of the page to pull the available history, and cross-reference it with an independent provider for title and odometer records.
Are the photos of this exact car?
Yes — the images on this page are the original auction photos captured for VIN 5YJ3E1EA3MF997038, not stock photography.
Market analysis for this 2021 Tesla Model 3
We hold 165 comparable Tesla Model 3 auction results from 2019–2023. Across those sales the average price was $14,243, ranging from $625 to $45,750.
This particular car sold for $20,600 — 44.6% above the comparable average. Prices above the comparable average typically indicate lighter damage, lower mileage, or a higher trim than the group norm.
Its recorded odometer reading of 5,192 miles compares with an average of 33,183 miles across the comparable group — roughly 27,991 miles less.
The most frequently reported primary damage among comparable Model 3 listings is Front End (70 of the group).
Figures are calculated from CarFinderVIN's own record of auction results and refresh as new sales are added.