2022 Tesla Model 3 Long Range AWD Electricity · WN22 KZS

The vehicle most recently passed its MOT on 12 August 2026, though the result includes several significant advisories that indicate a deteriorating maintenance trend. While previous tests in 2025 were largely clean or limited to minor tyre concerns, the latest inspection reveals widespread wear across the braking system and rear tyres. This shift suggests that the vehicle is entering a phase of increased consumable depletion, requiring immediate attention to maintain optimal roadworthiness. With a recorded mileage of 83,300 miles over approximately four years, this vehicle has covered an average of 20,825 miles per year, which is considerably higher than typical UK usage. Such rapid mileage accumulation generally implies heavy motorway use, which puts sustained stress on the chassis and suspension components. Prospective buyers should be aware that high-mileage electric vehicles often experience accelerated wear on suspension bushes and steering linkages, as well as increased degradation of the interior trim and seat bolsters compared to lower-mileage examples. The current advisories regarding pitted and scored brake discs on the offside front and both rear corners are a common occurrence in vehicles with strong regenerative braking, where the physical discs are underutilised and prone to surface corrosion. During a test drive, you should listen for grinding noises or feel for a shudder through the brake pedal during deceleration, which would indicate the discs have degraded beyond the point of simple surface pitting. Given the recorded state of the discs, a full replacement of the discs and pads is likely imminent to ensure consistent stopping power and prevent caliper binding. Particular attention must be paid to the rear tyres, as the MOT history shows recurring wear on the inner edges and a previous nail puncture. This pattern often points to incorrect wheel alignment or worn rear suspension bushes causing excessive camber. You should physically inspect the tread depth across the entire width of the rear tyres to check for uneven wear and ensure the vehicle does not drift during straight-line driving. Additionally, given the age and mileage, verify that the brake fluid has been changed according to the manufacturer's time-based intervals and check the cabin air filters for debris.