2022 Tesla Model Y Long Range AWD Electric · AF72 PYJ

A recurring pattern of suspension arm wear, highlighted by a major failure of both front lower ball joints in 2025 and ongoing advisories on the rear upper arm pin, dominates this Model Y’s MOT history, while tyre tread on the front wheels is now at the legal minimum. The most recent test on 1 September 2026 recorded a pass, yet the same tyre‑wear advisories and a solid TPMS warning light remain, indicating that the underlying wear issues have not yet been fully resolved. At 85,977 miles the vehicle averages roughly 21,500 miles per year, a mileage rate considerably above the typical UK average for a four‑year‑old car. The consistent annual testing schedule shows no prolonged gaps, suggesting the car has been driven regularly rather than stored for extended periods. Such high utilisation accelerates wear on consumables, particularly the suspension components that have already shown excessive wear, and on the tyre tread that is now approaching replacement levels. For a prospective buyer, a thorough inspection of the front lower suspension arms is essential. Listen for clunking or knocking noises when driving over bumps, feel for any looseness or play in the steering column, and check for uneven tyre wear that could indicate misalignment stemming from the worn arms. The rear upper suspension arm pin or bush, still flagged as worn, should be examined for excess movement or looseness, and any abnormal noises when cornering or under load may point to imminent failure. Given the front tyre tread is measured at 4 mm, budgeting for replacement of at least the front set is prudent, and the solid TPMS warning should be confirmed as functional to avoid blind‑spot monitoring loss. Finally, while the vehicle cleared the latest MOT, the presence of multiple advisories means it is road‑legal but not without imminent maintenance needs. A test drive that includes steady braking, cornering at moderate speed, and a short high‑speed run will help reveal any binding brakes, steering pull, or vibration that could be linked to the previously failed suspension components. Addressing the suspension wear and tyre replacement promptly will restore the Model Y to a more robust state of roadworthiness.