2022 Tesla Model Y Long Range AWD Electric · LB72 NLJ

A clean and largely unblemished MOT record defines this 2022 Tesla Model Y Long Range AWD, with the most recent test on 27 August 2026 returning a pass and no advisories or defects recorded at all. Across the documented testing history the only blemish is a single advisory from the November 2025 test, where the nearside front road wheel was noted as slightly distorted on its inner edge. The absence of any advisories relating to suspension components, brakes, corrosion, tyres, or emissions suggests the vehicle has not presented the kind of chronic wear issues that commonly accumulate on EVs of this age, particularly around hub bearings, brake discs suffering from surface corrosion due to regenerative braking, and underbody oxidisation. Two consecutive passes with minimal findings points to a stable and improving roadworthiness trend rather than any pattern of deterioration. Against an age of approximately four years, the recorded 40,131 miles equates to an annual accumulation of roughly 10,000 miles, which sits comfortably within the typical usage band for a vehicle of this profile. There are no significant gaps between recorded tests or unusual jumps in mileage that would suggest either extended periods off the road or unusually heavy use. This steady, moderate rate of accumulation implies that consumable items such as tyres, brake pads and discs, and suspension bushes should be wearing at an expected pace rather than approaching premature replacement. The relatively even usage pattern is also favourable for the electric drivetrain, as consistent operation tends to be less harsh on battery thermal management and reduction gear components than either very low or stop-start urban-only use. Given the single advisory regarding the nearside front wheel, particular attention should be paid to that corner during a physical inspection and test drive. A distorted wheel on its inner edge will produce a noticeable vibration through the steering wheel and structure of the car, particularly at motorway speeds between 50 and 70 mph, and may also present as a faint judder under braking. It is sensible to check the wheel for any visible lateral runout by spinning it slowly and to confirm whether the distortion is merely cosmetic or has progressed to the point of affecting tyre wear, as a deformed wheel can cause uneven tread wear on the inner shoulder of the nearside front tyre. The condition of the tyre itself, particularly any scuffing or feathering on the inner edge, will be a useful indicator of severity. Beyond the wheel advisory, the remainder of the inspection should focus on the symptoms most relevant to a dual-motor EV of this age and mileage. On the test drive, listen for any clonks or knocks from the front suspension over speed humps and uneven surfaces, as worn upper or lower control arm bushes are a known wear point on the Model Y and can develop before MOT criteria are breached. The brakes should be checked for smooth release rather than any binding, given the regenerative system can mask sticking calipers, and the pedal should feel firm without excessive travel. Finally, a thorough inspection of the underbody, particularly around the rear subframe mounting points and battery enclosure edges, is worthwhile to confirm there is no early surface corrosion developing, even though nothing of this nature has yet been flagged on test.