2022 Tesla Model 3 Electricity · FP72 MFZ

The vehicle presented a PASSED outcome at its most recent DVSA MOT test conducted on 13 November 2025, with a single advisory recorded regarding the nearside front tyre being worn close to the legal limit at a measured tread depth of 3mm. While a pass with advisories does not constitute a failure, the advisory indicates that the nearside front tyre was already at or approaching the 1.6mm legal minimum at the time of inspection, meaning a replacement would likely have been required shortly thereafter. Given the limited history available, the maintenance trend cannot be fully established, but the absence of any structural, braking, or suspension failures is a positive indicator for a vehicle of this age. Prospective buyers should treat the single advisory as a prompt to verify whether the tyre has since been replaced and to inspect the remaining three tyres for comparable wear patterns. With 23,980 miles recorded over approximately four years, the vehicle has averaged around 5,995 miles annually, which is notably below the typical mileage for a privately owned passenger car in this age bracket. Such low annual usage is consistent with predominantly short urban journeys, occasional longer runs, or extended periods of standing between uses. From a mechanical perspective, low mileage is not inherently benign; electric powertrains such as the Tesla Model 3 are largely unaffected by underuse in terms of major drivetrain wear, but ancillary components commonly suffer from inactivity. Brake discs and calipers can develop corrosion or seize from prolonged standing, suspension bushes and pivot points may dry out and crack, and the 12V auxiliary battery is particularly susceptible to premature depletion if the vehicle is not regularly driven or maintained on a suitable trickle charger. Given the low recorded mileage, a prospective buyer should undertake a series of practical physical inspections beyond the MOT record. Tyres should be examined for sidewall perishing and cracking, as tyres older than five years from their date of manufacture will harden and lose grip regardless of remaining tread depth, and the DOT date code on the sidewall should be verified. The brake caliper slides and handbrake mechanism should be checked for free movement, as seized calipers are common on lightly used vehicles and present as pulling to one side under braking or uneven brake disc wear visible as lipping on the disc edge. The 12V auxiliary battery should be load tested, as low-mileage vehicles frequently suffer from sulphation and reduced capacity, and any warning messages relating to battery health should be investigated through the vehicle's service menu. Brake fluid should be tested for moisture content, as hygroscopic fluid degrades over calendar years rather than mileage, and a fluid change every two to three years is recommended irrespective of use. On a test drive, the buyer should listen carefully for any clonks or knocking from the suspension over speed humps and uneven surfaces, which would indicate worn or perished bushes, drop links, or top mounts. Any pulling under braking or vibration through the steering wheel should prompt immediate inspection of the brake discs for corrosion lipping or warping. Tyre wear should be checked for uneven patterns, particularly inner or outer edge wear, which may suggest misalignment of the rear suspension geometry. Finally, verification of the Tesla service history through the official app or manufacturer records is advisable, as software updates, high-voltage battery diagnostics, and HVAC system servicing are not captured in the MOT record but are essential to the long-term roadworthiness of this particular model.