Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2022 Tesla Model Y Performance AWD?

Yes. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. A full MOT history analysis will highlight patterns that a single test result won't reveal.

What corrosion should I look for when inspecting a 2022 Tesla Model Y Performance AWD?

Check brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that is expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.

How are tyres and brakes typically on a 2022 Tesla Model Y Performance AWD?

Tyres and brakes are the most common advisory items on vehicles of this age. Budget for replacement if they are near the limit, and factor this into your offer price.

Is the 2022 Tesla Model Y Performance AWD reliable?

Based on MOT data from 1,814 vehicles, the 2022 Tesla Model Y Performance AWD has a first-time MOT pass rate of 93.3%, indicating generally reliable for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

Do I need an HPI check when buying a 2022 Tesla Model Y Performance AWD?

Yes. The MOT history will not show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status. An HPI check covers these areas and should be part of any used car purchase.

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Tesla Model Y Performance AWD (2022)

1,814 real MOT outcomes analysed • 93.3% first-time pass rate

2022 Tesla Model Y Performance AWD

CarHunch analysed 1,814 real MOT records for the 2022 Tesla Model Y Performance AWD. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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The 2022 Tesla Model Y Performance AWD has a 74.7% first-time pass rate, sitting 5.3 points below the UK average of 80%, which suggests this generation is encountering more issues than typical vehicles at MOT. Encouragingly, dangerous defects are relatively rare at 5.9%, meaning serious safety concerns aren't widespread across the fleet.

At 34,049 miles average and 32,138 miles median—perfectly normal for a two-year-old car—these vehicles are seeing genuine real-world use, yet they're averaging just 0.1 failures per test and 0.9 advisories, indicating most pass without major trouble. If you're considering one, get a pre-purchase inspection focused on suspension and brake systems, as the modest pass rate suggests these areas warrant closer scrutiny than Tesla's reputation might imply.

The 2022 Tesla Model Y Performance AWD passes its MOT first time more often than most UK vehicles (93.3% vs ~80% average) — and when it does fail, it's usually something minor and cheap to fix.

⚠️ Around 1 in 20 of these vehicles have had a dangerous MOT failure at some point — usually tyres or brakes, and often a one-off issue rather than a persistent problem. The group stats won't tell you which one you're looking at.

First-time pass

93.3%

UK average ~80%

Better than average

Dangerous (ever)

5.9%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

0.1

Over 1.1 tests on record

Low

Typical mileage

32k

Middle half: 24k–42k

For context

✅ Good baseline reliability. A 93.3% first-time pass rate puts this well above the UK average — it's a well-sorted vehicle in this age bracket.

🔍 The dangerous defect figure is real. Most are one-off tyre failures or brake issues — not structural problems. But it's exactly why checking the individual vehicle's history is essential, not optional.

These stats describe 1,814 vehicles as a group. The specific vehicle you're looking at could be the one good example or the one outlier. Run its registration to find out.

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Based on MOT data from 1,814 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 5.9% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded - recurring advisories often signal problems years before they become failures.
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🔍 Brake pipes, sills and subframes are the key areas on a vehicle this age — structural rust is hard to spot without getting underneath. A mechanic will check all of this before you commit, and give you a concrete basis to negotiate on price. Inspection →
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Colour Breakdown

Based on 7,177 Tesla Model Y Performance AWD vehicles registered in the UK — across all years. From DVLA registration records.

Black 32.9%

2,363

Grey 24.7%

1,774

White 21.6%

1,553

Blue 12.6%

906

Red 8%

576

Green 0.1%

Mileage Distribution

Most 2022 Tesla Model Y Performance AWD vehicles sit in the blue band. If the vehicle you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.

32,138

typical

23,560

low mileage

42,091

high mileage

Half of all 2022 Tesla Model Y Performance AWD vehicles fall between 23,560 and 42,091 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 23,560 miles — lower than most. Could be great, or could be a vehicle that rarely moved. Check test frequency and mileage progression in the MOT history.

✓ 23,560–42,091 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2022 Tesla Model Y Performance AWDs sit.

⚠ Over 56,822 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

MOT History Averages

1.1

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

0.1

Avg failures per vehicle

0.9

Avg advisories per vehicle

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