2022 Tesla Model 3 Long Range AWD Electric · BK22 DKY

This 2022 Tesla Model 3 Long Range AWD presents a notably uneventful DVSA roadworthiness history across its two recorded MOT tests, with both examinations on 2025-03-05 and 2026-03-02 resulting in clean passes and no advisories or defects entered against the vehicle. The absence of any recorded issues at either test is a positive objective indicator that the inspected components — brakes, tyres, suspension, lights, and emissions equipment — fell within the prescribed limits on both occasions. However, the relatively short testing window means the record is limited in its ability to reveal longer-term wear patterns, and a clean MOT history does not in itself confirm overall mechanical condition beyond the specific items examined on the day of test. The current data therefore reflects a vehicle that has not yet developed DVSA-noticeable deterioration in the areas tested, rather than a definitive statement on its broader mechanical health. With only 5,869 miles recorded over approximately four years, the vehicle has accumulated at a rate of around 1,467 miles per year, which is substantially below typical usage for a car of this age and class. This low annual mileage carries specific mechanical implications that warrant attention. Brake discs and pads are susceptible to corrosion and uneven wear from infrequent use, particularly the rear calipers which on electric vehicles can suffer from binding or seized mechanisms due to the regenerative braking system doing most of the deceleration. Tyres that have remained fitted for extended periods can develop flat spots or sidewall deterioration from prolonged static loading. Suspension components, bushes, and dampers can also suffer from drying out and micro-corrosion when the vehicle is not regularly exercised over varied road surfaces. The fluid systems — brake fluid, coolant, and reduction gearbox oil — are time-sensitive rather than purely mileage-sensitive, meaning they require periodic replacement regardless of how little the car has been driven. For a prospective buyer, the inspection priorities on a physical examination should focus on the areas most likely to be affected by this usage profile. On a test drive, listen for any grinding, rubbing, or scraping from the brake calipers during low-speed manoeuvres, and check whether the vehicle pulls to one side under braking, which could indicate a binding caliper or warped disc. Inspect the brake discs visually for any heavy surface rust, pitting, or a pronounced lip at the outer edge, as these can indicate prolonged low-speed use combined with infrequent bedding-in of the pad material. The tyres should be examined for even wear across the tread, checking in particular for inner-edge wear which can suggest alignment issues, and for any cracking or crazing in the sidewalls consistent with age-related rubber degradation rather than mileage wear. The date code on the tyre sidewall should be reviewed, as tyres older than five years from their manufacture date are generally recommended for replacement regardless of remaining tread depth. Given the limited MOT dataset and the low-mileage profile, a few additional checks are advisable before purchase. A thorough underbody inspection is worthwhile to confirm there is no corrosion developing on the suspension arms, subframe, or brake lines, as Tesla Model 3s of this era can exhibit early surface corrosion in these areas even without MOT-recorded advisories. The high-voltage battery and drivetrain should be assessed via the vehicle's own diagnostic data for any cell degradation or error codes, as these systems are not covered by standard MOT testing. Finally, it would be prudent to confirm that the vehicle has received its recommended service items at the correct time intervals rather than purely mileage-based schedules, as time-sensitive components such as brake fluid, coolant, and cabin filters will still require attention on a low-mileage car of this age.