2023 Tesla Model Y RWD Electricity · AF73 XGP

A clear pattern emerges from the MOT history of this Tesla Model Y: while the vehicle has passed every test without a single failure or structural defect, the advisory record reveals a consistent and progressive issue with tyre wear on the driven axle. The most recent test on 5 June 2026 flagged both offside tyres as worn close to the legal limit and worn on the edge, following an advisory on the nearside rear tyre recorded just six months earlier in December 2025. Two earlier tests in 2025 returned clean sheets with no defects recorded, meaning the tyre wear has only become visible as an advisory concern since late 2025. Although the car itself is fundamentally roadworthy, this developing trend indicates that wheel alignment geometry, particularly rear axle camber or toe settings, and possibly suspension component wear, should be investigated before purchase. The fact that edge wear has now appeared on both sides of the same axle suggests the issue may be systemic rather than isolated. With approximately 110,402 miles accumulated over three years, this Model Y is operating at roughly 36,800 miles annually, which is substantially higher than the typical mileage for a vehicle of its age. This level of sustained use has implications beyond routine tyre replacement. High annual mileage on a Tesla rear-wheel-drive powertrain places considerable demand on the rear suspension bushes, coil springs, and trailing arms, as well as on the rear brake components given the regenerative braking bias of the system. The continuous motor torque delivery also accelerates wear on drive shafts and hub bearings. There are no significant gaps in the MOT testing history, which confirms the vehicle has been in regular service rather than left standing, and consistent high usage often correlates with more worn consumables, even when no major failures have yet appeared. For a prospective buyer, the immediate priority is to inspect the tyres in person and verify whether the wear pattern is consistent across all four corners or concentrated on one axle. Edge wear, as flagged on the offside front and rear, is typically symptomatic of incorrect camber or toe settings, worn suspension bushes, or bent components from kerb impact. A four-wheel alignment check should be performed, and the undertray removed where possible to inspect the rear suspension arms, toe links, and anti-roll bar bushes for play or cracking. On a test drive, pay particular attention to any knocking or clonking from the rear suspension over uneven road surfaces, any vagueness or wandering in the steering, and any uneven braking feel, as high-mileage EVs can develop rear brake disc corrosion due to infrequent manual braking applications. Given the 36,800-mile annual usage, it is also prudent to physically inspect the brake discs and pads through the wheels, looking for lipping on the disc edges or glazed pad surfaces, and to verify the operation of the park brake mechanism which can seize on lightly-used rear calipers despite high overall mileage. Listen for any whine or humming from the rear drive unit that might suggest bearing wear, and check for any fluid leaks or corrosion around the rear suspension mounting points. Finally, confirm the remaining tread depth on all four tyres and the age of the existing set; if edge wear has been recurring, a full set of premium tyres combined with a geometry correction may be required shortly after purchase, and this cost should be factored into any offer.