2022 Tesla Model 3 Performance AWD Electric · LE55 HEW

A relatively clean roadworthiness profile defines this 2022 Tesla Model 3 Performance AWD, with two consecutive MOT passes on record and only a single advisory raised across its testing history. The most recent test on 2 September 2026 returned a pass with no defects recorded, confirming the vehicle met statutory standards at that point. The sole advisory, noted at the prior test in September 2025, concerned pitting and scoring on the front brake discs at the outer edge — a wear pattern that often points to corrosion accelerated by standing periods combined with the regen-braking behaviour typical of EVs, which places comparatively low mechanical demand on the discs and pads. The absence of any further advisories on steering, suspension, tyres, or structure is a positive indicator, though it must be weighed against the still-modest test mileage covered to date. With 39,541 miles recorded across approximately four years of age, the vehicle is running at around 9,885 miles per year — broadly typical for its age bracket and consistent with regular mixed-use driving rather than long-term storage or unusually high motorway accumulation. There are no extended gaps in the MOT testing record that might suggest prolonged off-road periods, which matters for an EV where 12V auxiliary battery health, tyre flat-spotting, and brake disc corrosion can all deteriorate during inactivity. The mileage profile supports the expectation that consumables such as tyres, brake fluid, and suspension bushes have seen steady rather than accelerated wear, although the relatively young age of the vehicle means component life-cycle fatigue is unlikely to be a major concern at this stage. Given the specific advisory recorded on the front brake discs, a prospective buyer should carry out a targeted inspection of the braking system during any test drive. Listen for scraping, grinding, or rumbling noises from the front wheels when pulling away at low speed, which would suggest the pitting has progressed to a level where the disc surface is now catching the pad material. Feel for any vibration or judder through the brake pedal under firm stopping, particularly from higher speeds, as warped or unevenly corroded discs tend to reveal themselves that way. Visually, the discs should be checked for a clearly visible raised lip at the outer edge, deep scoring marks running radially across the friction surface, or any blueing that would indicate overheating. Given the advisory specified the outer edge specifically, it is worth inspecting the disc faces from both sides, as edge-corrosion tends to worsen progressively if the vehicle has been standing for any length of time. Beyond the brakes, attention should also turn to the suspension and steering geometry, since no advisories have yet been raised in these areas and a clean bill of health on a 39,000-mile Performance model is worth verifying rather than assuming. On the test drive, listen for clonking or knocking noises from the front suspension over speed humps, uneven road surfaces, and during full-lock manoeuvres, all of which would point to worn drop links, control arm bushes, or anti-roll bar mountings. Steering should feel precise and self-centring without vibration through the rim, and the car should track straight without pulling under braking or acceleration. Finally, inspect the tyres closely for uneven shoulder wear, which on a high-output dual-motor vehicle can indicate misalignment or that previous rotation cycles have been irregular, and confirm there is no warning light present on the dashboard at the point of inspection.