2022 Tesla Model Y Long Range AWD Electric · GJ22 NJO

The most recent DVSA examination recorded on 27 February 2026 resulted in a clean pass with no advisories, defects, or failures logged against the vehicle. A look back at the prior test on 20 February 2025 shows the same outcome, again with no defects recorded at all. With only two test entries on file and both returning a pass without any advisories, the documented maintenance trend is essentially neutral to positive: there is no recorded pattern of recurring wear items, no flagged monitoring points, and no advisory items requiring short-to-medium term attention. For a prospective buyer, this means the official record provides no negative indicators, though the absence of advisories simply reflects what was recorded at the time of test rather than the overall mechanical condition of the vehicle. The recorded mileage of 54,084 miles on a four-year-old Tesla Model Y equates to an average of roughly 13,521 miles per year, which is notably high for a vehicle in this age bracket. Typical annual mileage for a privately owned electric SUV in the UK sits closer to 9,000 to 10,000 miles, so this example has covered substantially more distance than average. Higher mileage is generally associated with accelerated wear on consumable components such as tyres, brake discs and pads, suspension bushes, anti-roll bar links, and wheel bearings, as well as increased stress on the drive units and reduction gear assemblies. For a prospective buyer, this usage profile warrants particular attention to the condition of these items, even where the MOT record does not specifically flag them, as wear-related degradation may not yet have crossed the threshold for advisory or failure but could be progressing steadily. In terms of buyer inspection guidance, despite the clean MOT history, the mileage figure justifies a thorough physical inspection. Tyres should be examined closely for both tread depth and, importantly, signs of uneven wear across the axle, which on an all-wheel-drive vehicle like the Model Y can point to tracking misalignment, suspension component wear, or torque steer issues from the dual-motor setup. Brake discs and pads, while often lasting well on an electric vehicle due to regenerative braking, can suffer from corrosion around the outer edge and hub face from light use, moisture, and standing time, leading to brake shudder, vibration under pedal, or noisy operation. The condition of the suspension should be assessed by listening for any clonks, knocks, or rattles over speed humps and uneven road surfaces, paying particular attention to the front suspension arms, drop links, and bushes. The underside should also be inspected for any fluid residue, corrosion on brake lines, and the condition of the undertray and high-voltage cabling protection, where applicable. Additional considerations for this particular vehicle include verification of the high-voltage battery state of health, which a Tesla service centre or independent EV specialist can assess via diagnostic tools, as battery degradation is not visible from a standard MOT test. The 12V auxiliary battery, which on Teslas is a conventional lead-acid unit typically replaced every three to four years, should be checked for age and condition, as a failing auxiliary battery can cause a host of electrical anomalies and prevent the vehicle from starting. Tyre sidewalls should be inspected for cracking or perishing given that the vehicle is approaching four years of age, regardless of the relatively high mileage. Service history verification is also essential, ensuring that any Tesla-specific maintenance such as brake fluid changes, cabin filter replacement, and tyre rotations has been carried out at the recommended intervals, and that any recall work or software updates have been completed. Finally, a thorough test drive should be conducted to evaluate for any unusual noises from the drivetrain, hesitation under acceleration, regenerative braking inconsistencies, and the functionality of all driver assistance systems, as these items fall outside the scope of an MOT examination.