2022 Tesla Model Y — MOT failures & pass rate
37,740 MOT tests on the 2022 Tesla Model Y are in this dataset, and 87.2% of them passed. Against mid-size SUVs of a similar age (7.7% fail rate), the 2022 Model Y comes out 5.2pp worse. Failures cluster in tyres, suspension and lighting & signalling.
What the MOT record shows
One area stands out: tyres, recorded in 10.6% of tests against 1.9% for the next-worst category.
At component level the recurring items are tread depth, headlamp aim and ball joint — tread depth alone was recorded 1,212 times.
Mileage is the strongest signal on the record: 9.9% of 0-30k cars fail, rising to 14.0% once past 150k.
Tyres is the most common advisory, noted on 29.6% of tests — work that passed today but is likely due soon.
The trend is worsening — 2.5% of tests failed in 2023 against 13.0% in 2025, the usual pattern as a fleet ages.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 10.6% | 4,002 |
| 2 | Suspension | 1.9% | 737 |
| 3 | Lighting & signalling | 1.3% | 505 |
| 4 | Visibility | 0.9% | 341 |
| 5 | Brakes | 0.5% | 175 |
| 6 | Other defects | 0.3% | 110 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tread depth | 1,212 |
| 2 | Headlamp aim | 703 |
| 3 | Ball joint | 590 |
| 4 | Pins and bushes | 499 |
| 5 | Washers | 253 |
| 6 | Tyre pressure monitoring system | 234 |
Top advisory categories
Advisories aren't failures, but they flag work likely needed soon — useful when budgeting.
| # | Category | % of tests with advisory | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 29.6% | 11,179 |
| 2 | Suspension | 10.0% | 3,766 |
| 3 | Other defects | 6.2% | 2,326 |
| 4 | Brakes | 6.1% | 2,286 |
| 5 | Visibility | 2.0% | 746 |
| 6 | Road wheels | 0.4% | 146 |
Failure rate by mileage
Higher-mileage cars tend to fail more — often the most useful guide to real condition.
| Mileage band | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 0-30k | 15,599 | 9.9% |
| 30-60k | 18,583 | 14.6% |
| 60-90k | 2,986 | 16.6% |
| 90-120k | 413 | 13.3% |
| 120-150k | 102 | 18.6% |
| 150k+ | 57 | 14.0% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 244 | 2.5% |
| 2024 | 770 | 7.8% |
| 2025 | 36,712 | 13.0% |
What to check before buying a 2022 Model Y
The failure pattern for this year is specific enough to inspect against: tyres accounted for 10.6% of tests. Start there.
- Tyres (10.6% of tests): Usually a quick, known-cost fix, but check tread, age and uneven wear (which can hint at alignment or suspension issues). Typical repair: £50–£120 per tyre.
- Suspension (1.9% of tests): Worn drop links, bushes, springs or shocks — listen for knocks over bumps and check for uneven tyre wear. Typical repair: £150–£450 per corner.
- Lighting & signalling (1.3% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
Repair costs are rough UK ballpark ranges to set expectations, not quotes — actual prices vary widely by car, parts and garage.
Frequently asked questions
How many 2022 Tesla Model Ys pass their MOT?
87.2% of the 37,740 2022 Tesla Model Y MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 12.8% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2022 Tesla Model Y?
Tyres, recorded in 10.6% of tests, followed by suspension (1.9%).
Does the 2022 Model Y get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 9.9% in the 0-30k band to 14.0% in the 150k+ band.
Methodology & source. Based on 37,740 MOT tests. Dataset: DVSA MOT testing data (2021,2022,2023,2024,2025). Data last updated 2026-07-27. Figures reflect MOT-testable defects only — read the methodology for how these are calculated and what they don't measure.