2022 Tesla Model 3 Long Range AWD Electricity · AF22 XHN

The defining mechanical event in this Tesla Model 3's recent history is a single rear-axle tyre failure on the 2025 test, where the offside rear tyre was recorded at a dangerous tread depth below 1.6mm alongside a nearside rear tyre worn close to the legal limit and showing edge wear. This pattern of asymmetric rear tyre deterioration on a high-torque, dual-motor electric vehicle is characteristic rather than isolated, because the instant delivery of drive from the rear motor accelerates shoulder and inner-edge wear, particularly if the alignment is out of specification or if pressures have been run low. The fact that no other component failures or advisories have been recorded across either 2025 or the clean March 2026 pass suggests the braking, suspension, lighting, and emissions systems are holding up well, but the tyre wear remains the single most concrete mechanical concern a buyer should investigate further. The TPMS warning light advisory noted on both 2025 entries is a minor electronic item worth addressing but does not constitute a structural or safety concern. With 28,071 miles recorded over a four-year life, this Model 3 is accumulating at an entirely typical rate of roughly 7,018 miles per year, indicating consistent rather than sporadic use. There are no extended gaps in the MOT record that would suggest the vehicle has been laid up for long periods, so the high-voltage battery pack, 12V auxiliary battery, drive units, and hub bearings have not been subjected to the kind of prolonged stationary storage that can degrade them. This regular usage pattern is generally favourable for an EV because it keeps the pack within healthy state-of-charge cycling and the lubricants in the reduction gearboxes and motor bearings moving. However, the brake discs and callipers, which on EVs suffer from surface corrosion due to regenerative braking reducing the use of the friction pads, warrant particular attention given the continuous running pattern. For a prospective buyer, the priority on any test drive is to confirm that the tyre wear issue from 2025 has not recurred. Check all four corners for uneven shoulder wear, particularly any feathering or scalloping on the rear pair, and inspect the sidewalls for any cracking or bulging consistent with kerb impact. Verify that all four tyres are of matching brand, size, and at least similar tread depth, as the previous failure suggests the rears may have been replaced individually. Listen carefully for any rotational drone or hum from the tyres at 30 to 50 mph, which can indicate belt separation following a kerb strike. During the test drive, evaluate steering feel for any pulling or drifting, as Tesla rear alignments frequently require attention after suspension or wheel work. Given that the TPMS warning was flagged on both advisories in 2025 but did not reappear in 2026, it is worth confirming that the system has been reset or that the sensors in the wheels are functioning correctly, particularly if aftermarket wheels have been fitted. On the move, listen for any clonks or thuds from the suspension over speed humps, especially from the rear multi-link arrangement, and pay attention to brake pedal feel, as EVs commonly develop seized rear callipers or surface corrosion on the discs that manifests as a graunchy, juddering sensation during the first few applications of the pedal. Finally, inspect the underside visually for any signs of fluid weepage from the rear drive unit or front motor, and confirm through the infotainment screen that the high-voltage battery state of health and any service alerts indicate no drivetrain faults.