2022 Tesla Model 3 Standard Range + Electric · AF22 TXA

A 2022 Tesla Model 3 Standard Range Plus with only two MOT tests on file presents a roadworthiness record that is unverified rather than exemplary. Both recorded examinations, on 14 February 2025 and 28 February 2026, returned clean pass results with no advisories, defects, or failures noted. The 2026 test confirms continued compliance on the day of examination, but the absence of any advisory data means there is no documented wear pattern to assess, no component flagged for monitoring, and no service-related items such as tyre tread depth, brake disc condition, or suspension component wear recorded against the vehicle. The mechanical story here is essentially a blank page within the constraints of what MOT data can establish. The usage profile is unusually light for the vehicle's age, with 13,127 miles accumulated over four years at an average of roughly 3,282 miles per year. This is significantly below typical annual mileage for a car of this type and could equally reflect low daily use or extended periods of inactivity. Electric drivetrains tolerate low annual mileage well in terms of major component wear, but prolonged standing can introduce specific concerns that MOT testing does not directly cover, including brake disc surface corrosion from infrequent use of the regenerative braking system, possible deterioration of rubber components such as suspension bushes and door seals through lack of regular cycling, and gradual degradation of the 12V auxiliary battery if the vehicle is left undriven for long stretches. Buyers should be alert to whether the mileage recorded reflects consistent light use or long storage gaps, as the mechanical implications differ considerably. For a prospective buyer, the lack of recorded advisories removes the usual roadmap of which components to monitor, which makes physical inspection and a test drive particularly important. During a road test, listen carefully for any clonking or knocking from the front suspension over uneven surfaces, as the front lower control arm bushes and rear trailing arm bushes are known wear points on Model 3 vehicles and would benefit from direct physical inspection beneath. Check for brake judder or vibration through the pedal during low-speed stops, which would indicate light corrosion on the brake discs from infrequent use, and feel for any steering wander, vibration, or uneven tyre wear that could point to suspension geometry issues not yet severe enough to fail an MOT. Inspect the condition of the tyres closely for flat spots, uneven shoulder wear, or signs of age-related cracking, as low-mileage tyres can harden and degrade through standing rather than through tread loss. Beyond the suspension and brake checks, a thorough evaluation should include verification of the high-voltage battery state of health through the vehicle's own diagnostic interface or a third-party scan, as MOT records cannot confirm battery capacity retention. Examine the underside of the vehicle for any corrosion on suspension arms, subframe mounting points, or brake pipe routings, as the Model 3 chassis can develop surface corrosion in areas exposed to road salt even at low mileages. Finally, check that all safety systems including the lighting, wipers, horn, and parking brake function correctly, as MOT testing confirms compliance only at the moment of test and does not guarantee continued roadworthiness between examinations.