2022 Tesla Model 3 Standard Range + Electricity · AF22 VBZ

This 2022 Tesla Model 3 Standard Range Plus presents a notably minimal DVSA roadworthiness record, with only a single MOT test on file dated 27 November 2025, which it passed with no defects or advisories recorded. As a modern electric vehicle, the Model 3 is exempt from the standard emissions and exhaust-related checks that would typically apply to an internal combustion car, and its regenerative braking system places considerably less mechanical stress on the friction braking components than a conventional vehicle. The clean test outcome, combined with the absence of any recorded advisory items relating to suspension wear, brake component condition, tyre condition, or structural corrosion, indicates the car was in a sound mechanical state at the point of testing. For a buyer, this represents a baseline of confirmed roadworthiness, though the brevity of the test history itself offers limited longitudinal insight into developing wear patterns. With 43,513 miles recorded over the vehicle's four-year life, this Model 3 has accumulated an average of roughly 10,878 miles annually, which sits squarely within typical usage expectations for a privately driven modern vehicle. There are no obvious anomalies such as significant mileage gaps between tests, sudden unexplained jumps in odometer readings, or long stretches of unrecorded activity that might suggest the car has been off the road for extended periods. The relatively steady accumulation implies consistent use rather than long-term stationary storage, which is mechanically beneficial for an EV because regular driving helps preserve high-voltage battery conditioning, keeps the 12V auxiliary battery healthily cycled, and prevents the brake discs from corroding excessively due to inactivity. From a wear perspective, 43,000 miles is modest for a vehicle of this age, meaning the major mechanical assemblies — including the single-speed reduction gearbox, suspension components, and wheel bearings — should have substantial remaining service life. Because the MOT record contains no advisory items, there are no specific flagged components to investigate with heightened scrutiny during a pre-purchase inspection, but a prospective buyer should still concentrate their physical checks on the areas most prone to wear on a Model 3 of this mileage and age. The rear suspension multi-link arrangement is known to develop premature bush wear and occasional knocking noises over broken surfaces, so it is advisable to test the car firmly over speed bumps and listen for any clonks or thuds emanating from the rear axle. The steering rack and front suspension links should be checked for similar noises, and any uneven tyre wear across the axles could point to alignment issues or worn suspension geometry that an MOT would not necessarily flag. Given the regenerative braking system, it is wise to confirm the friction brakes release cleanly without binding, as seized caliper sliders can develop on lightly used EVs due to infrequent application of the mechanical brakes. A thorough test drive should also focus on Tesla-specific concerns that fall outside the standard MOT scope. The high-voltage battery pack state of health should ideally be verified through the vehicle's diagnostic menu or a third-party OBD check, as this is the single most consequential mechanical consideration on any used EV and is not assessed at MOT. The 12V auxiliary battery, which Tesla recommends replacing approximately every three to four years regardless of condition, is approaching a service interval on a 2022 build and is well known to cause sudden electrical failures if neglected. All doors, the tailgate, and the charge port should be operated multiple times to confirm smooth function, as the powered tailgate mechanisms on the Model 3 can develop faults. Finally, check that the touchscreen responds promptly, the climate control functions correctly, and there are no warning messages on the instrument display, as the centralised electronics are integral to virtually every vehicle system.