2022 Tesla Model Y Long Range AWD Electric · FD08 WAD

The most recent DVSA examination on 2 June 2026 returned a PASS with no defects or advisories recorded, and the prior test on 9 June 2025 was similarly clean. With two consecutive passes and zero advisories on file, the maintenance trend reads as stable and reassuringly uneventful. For a prospective buyer, the absence of recorded brake, suspension, tyre, or lighting defects over the last two annual tests suggests the vehicle has been kept in good mechanical order, although it should be noted that EVs like the Tesla Model Y are subject to a slightly narrower MOT scope, with no emissions test applied and no assessment of internal battery high-voltage systems. With 40,159 miles recorded over approximately four years, the vehicle is averaging around 10,000 miles per year, which sits squarely within the typical usage band for a modern family EV. There are no apparent gaps in the mileage progression indicative of long periods of standing, nor any signs of unusually rapid accumulation that might imply hard use. This moderate annual mileage is generally favourable for component longevity, reducing the likelihood of premature wear on suspension components, brake discs and pads (the latter often lasting exceptionally long on EVs due to regenerative braking), and the drive units. That said, the buyer should still verify that any mileage recorded since the last MOT test is consistent with the odometer reading on the day of inspection. Although the MOT record is clean, a four-year-old EV with this mileage profile warrants several age- and calendar-driven physical checks beyond what an MOT covers. The 12V auxiliary battery, which powers ancillary systems and is a known service item on Teslas of this era, should be tested for voltage and load capacity, as failure can cause a host of warning messages and no-start conditions. Brake calipers, despite low pad wear from regenerative braking, can still seize from lack of use, so each corner should be checked for free movement and any binding or reluctance to release. The high-voltage traction battery and its thermal management system should ideally be interrogated via the touchscreen or a Tesla-approved diagnostic tool to confirm state of health and check for any error codes relating to the drive units or charging system. Tyres, while not flagged on test, should be examined for age-related sidewall perishing or cracking, particularly on the rear axle where the Model Y's weight is concentrated, and the tread depth verified across the full width given EVs deliver high instant torque that can accelerate inner shoulder wear. Finally, the buyer should satisfy themselves on time-based servicing regardless of the clean MOT history. Brake fluid should have been renewed on a calendar basis (typically every two years for road cars), and although the Model Y uses a sealed single-speed transmission, the reduction gear lubricant and the cooling system coolant are serviceable items that may require renewal around this age or mileage. Inspect the underbody, including the high-voltage cables and suspension arms, for any signs of impact damage, fluid weeping, or corrosion, particularly around the rear subframe and wheel arches. A thorough test drive should include a full system scan via the vehicle's built-in service mode, careful listening for any suspension clonks over speed humps and uneven surfaces, and confirmation that the regenerative braking, Autopilot functions, and charging behaviour all operate as expected, ensuring the vehicle is sound both for its paperwork and its real-world condition.