2022 Tesla Model 3 Electric · AF72 VTA

A consistent pattern of first-time passes across five consecutive DVSA examinations establishes a strong mechanical track record for this 2022 Tesla Model 3. The most recent assessment on 24 November 2025 returned a pass with no defects or advisories recorded, and the four prior tests from September 2023 through May 2025 mirror this outcome exactly, with zero advisories logged at any point. In MOT terms, this represents the cleanest possible profile: no advisories to chase, no recurring component flagged, and no pattern of deterioration to extrapolate. The stability of the trend across roughly twenty-six months of testing suggests that, at least within the scope of the items examiners are able to assess on a rolling road and under vehicle, the car has remained consistently roadworthy without components entering borderline condition. The recorded mileage of 74,510 against a four-year age places this Model 3 well above the typical accumulation rate for its cohort, equating to roughly 18,600 miles per year rather than the more common 8,000 to 12,000. Test intervals appear to track reasonably with that usage, with examinations recorded at approximately twelve-month intervals and no anomalous gaps suggesting extended standing time off the road. The mileage progression between tests is broadly consistent, indicating the vehicle has been in regular service rather than subject to sudden long-distance accumulation or unusual periods of inactivity. For an EV, this higher-than-average usage carries specific implications: brake discs, pads, and caliper mechanisms may have experienced less regenerative-braking wear than a lower-mileage equivalent but will still have seen regular mechanical actuation, while the battery pack and drive units have completed more thermal and charge cycles than a typical four-year-old example. From a buyer inspection standpoint, the absence of any recorded advisories means there is no specific component flagged for re-examination, but the high annual mileage should prompt a focused physical check on the items most stressed by frequent use. On a test drive, listen for any knocking or clonking from the suspension over undulating surfaces or speed bumps, which would indicate worn bushes, droplinks, or top mounts on a vehicle that has covered substantial distance. Check for uneven tyre wear across both axles, as high-mileage running on original or older rubber can reveal tracking or geometry issues, and inspect the underside of the alloy wheels and the visible brake disc edges for lipping or surface corrosion that could suggest binding calipers or neglected cleaning of the friction surfaces. The EV-specific elements also warrant attention given the usage profile. The 12V auxiliary battery, tyre condition including age-related rubber degradation, and the condition of the high-voltage charge port and cable should be inspected, as these are not covered by MOT testing but are common service items on a car of this mileage. Feel for vibration through the steering or pedals under braking, which could indicate warped brake discs, and verify that regenerative braking is functioning consistently across different drive modes. A diagnostic check of the high-voltage battery state of health, ideally through a Tesla-approved specialist, is strongly recommended given the mileage relative to age, as this provides the clearest indication of long-term drivetrain condition beyond what the MOT record can confirm.