2022 Tesla Model Y Long Range AWD Electric · AF72 WPR

With only a single MOT test on file from October 2025, the roadworthiness picture for this 2022 Tesla Model Y Long Range AWD is necessarily narrow but uniformly positive. The vehicle passed its first statutory inspection without a single advisory or defect recorded, which is the cleanest possible outcome and suggests that, at the point of test, all critical safety systems including brakes, suspension, steering, tyres, lights, and emissions met the required standards. The absence of advisories is particularly reassuring on a relatively heavy electric SUV, where components such as the underbody battery enclosures, regenerative and friction braking systems, and suspension arms tend to be scrutinised closely for wear or damage. However, a buyer should be mindful that a single clean test is not the same as a long-term track record; the vehicle has now reached the age and mileage threshold where its first battery of wear-related advisories could begin to emerge, so the next MOT due in October 2026 will be a more revealing data point. The recorded mileage of 45,188 miles across approximately four years of service equates to an annual accumulation of around 11,300 miles, which sits comfortably within the typical range for a privately used car of this type. There are no unusual gaps in testing history that would suggest extended periods off the road, and no evidence of erratic mileage progression between tests, which can sometimes indicate clock irregularities or fleet-style heavy use. This kind of steady, moderate usage is mechanically favourable for an electric vehicle: it implies regular charging cycles that keep the high-voltage battery exercised within healthy parameters, consistent tyre rotation and wear, and steady but not excessive loading on the suspension and drivetrain components. The Model Y's dual-motor all-wheel-drive configuration, combined with the vehicle's kerb weight of over two tonnes, means that even moderate mileage places meaningful stress on the suspension bushes, control arms, and wheel bearings, so the current mileage should be viewed as a point at which these wear items are beginning to demand attention rather than one at which they have been spared entirely. Given the complete absence of flagged components in the MOT record, buyer-side guidance must focus on the areas most likely to surface as the vehicle continues to accumulate mileage. On a test drive, pay particular attention to any knocking or clonking noises from the front suspension when traversing speed bumps or uneven surfaces, as the Model Y is known to develop wear in the front lower control arm bushings and toe links, which can manifest as imprecise steering or uneven tyre wear across the front axle. Listen for any clunk or groan from the rear suspension over similar inputs, and check that the vehicle tracks straight without pulling under braking, as binding rear calipers have been reported on this platform. Inspect all four tyres for inner-edge wear, which can indicate suspension geometry issues rather than simple inflation problems, and verify that the tread depth remains consistent across each axle. Brake-specific checks deserve close attention despite the prevalence of regenerative braking, which reduces friction pad and disc wear but can lead to corrosion on the discs from infrequent use. On the test drive, apply the friction brakes firmly from around 30 mph and feel for any vibration, judder, or pulsing through the pedal, which would suggest disc runout or uneven pad deposition. Visually inspect the disc faces for significant lipping at the outer edge or any scoring, and confirm the calipers release cleanly without dragging. Underneath the vehicle, examine the underbody battery enclosure and subframe mounting points for any impact damage or corrosion, and check the brake lines and high-voltage cabling routing for chafing or aftermarket interference. Finally, verify the operation of the electronic parking brake, the regenerative braking response in both standard and low-regeneration modes, and ensure the 12-volt auxiliary battery shows no signs of voltage drop on startup, as the Model Y relies on this for initial system wake-up.