2022 Tesla Model 3 Electric · ML72 YFE

With a single MOT pass on record from December 2025 and zero advisories, fault entries, or refusals documented against this 2022 Tesla Model 3, the official DVSA roadworthiness file is effectively a blank page. There is no pattern of recurring defects to draw conclusions from, no structural corrosion flagged, and no component identified by the tester as approaching a failure threshold. This should be read for exactly what it is: a single clean test event. The absence of recorded defects means the vehicle met the statutory minimum for the items inspected on that date, but it does not, in itself, constitute evidence of long-term mechanical integrity, and the limited testing history simply reflects that this is a relatively new vehicle not yet subject to annual inspection under the MOT regime until its third anniversary. The mileage profile is broadly consistent with the vehicle's age. Covering 41,306 miles over four years equates to an annual accumulation of approximately 10,300 miles, which sits comfortably within the expected range for a modern commuter or family saloon. There are no significant gaps in recorded mileage to suggest prolonged storage, and no sudden jumps that would indicate clocking or an inconsistent odometer reading. For an EV of this generation, a moderate annual mileage is generally favourable because it allows the high-voltage battery to remain in regular use, avoiding extended periods of low state of charge that can accelerate cell degradation. Mechanical wear items such as suspension bushes, wheel bearings, and the single-speed transmission are likely to have accrued only modest fatigue at this mileage, though brake discs and pads merit attention given the known tendency of Teslas to suffer corrosion on discs that are used infrequently under regenerative braking. From a buyer's perspective, the lack of advisory history leaves the inspection entirely in the hands of a physical appraisal. Particular attention should be paid to the underside of the vehicle, especially the rear subframe mounting points and the multi-link suspension arms, as these areas are commonly associated with surface corrosion on Teslas of this era. On a test drive, listen for any clonking or knocking from the front suspension over speed humps and uneven surfaces, which can point to worn lower control arm bushes or anti-roll bar linkages. Steering should feel precise and free of vagueness around the centre position, and any pulling to one side under braking or acceleration warrants investigation of the suspension geometry rather than tyre alignment alone. The braking system also warrants a focused inspection despite the absence of recorded defects. Because Teslas rely heavily on regenerative deceleration, the mechanical friction brakes can develop severe disc corrosion, leading to judder, vibration, or noise from the calipers on the first application after a period of light use. On a test drive, apply the brakes firmly from at least 40 mph and feel for any pulsing through the pedal, which indicates warped or corroded discs, and listen for any grinding or scraping that would suggest pads have corroded into the caliper carriers. Finally, ensure a full diagnostic scan is performed on the high-voltage battery pack and the infotainment/charging systems, as these are not covered by the MOT test but represent the most significant mechanical and financial exposure on any used Model 3.