2025 Tesla Model Y Long Range AWD Electric · TE56 LAR

This Tesla Model Y Long Range AWD, registered in 2025, presents a critical gap in its maintenance documentation, as no MOT history exists to assess its roadworthiness or prior fault trends. Without any test records, there is no evidence of how the vehicle has performed under UK roadworthiness standards, nor can we determine whether critical systems—such as battery integrity, suspension alignment, or brake performance—have been evaluated. The absence of even a single MOT record renders it impossible to establish whether the vehicle has undergone routine checks or if recurring issues, such as binding calipers, worn suspension bushes, or structural corrosion, have been addressed. Buyers should treat this as a red flag, as the lack of documentation suggests either a new vehicle with no prior use or a deliberate omission of maintenance records, both of which carry significant risk. The registered age of just over a year, combined with the absence of mileage data, creates further uncertainty. Typically, a vehicle of this age should have undergone at least one MOT test by now, given the legal requirement for annual checks after three years. The lack of any recorded mileage also prevents any assessment of whether the vehicle has been driven excessively or neglected. If this is a new registration, the buyer must confirm whether the vehicle has been used at all, as some models are occasionally sold without prior movement. If it has been driven, the absence of mileage data makes it impossible to correlate wear with usage patterns, leaving critical components like tyres, brakes, and suspension in an unassessed state. Given the complete lack of MOT history, a buyer should prioritise an independent inspection of high-risk areas. The battery system, while often robust in Teslas, should be checked for thermal management efficiency and any signs of degradation in cooling or insulation. Suspension components—particularly coil springs, struts, and bushes—must be examined for wear or misalignment, as these are common failure points that often go unnoticed without a test. Brake discs and pads should be inspected for uneven wear or binding, especially if the vehicle has been driven hard, while exhaust emissions systems should be verified for leaks or catalytic converter damage. Structural integrity, including underbody corrosion and wheel bearing condition, must also be thoroughly assessed, as these issues can escalate rapidly without prior detection. The absence of any maintenance record makes these checks non-negotiable.