2024 Tesla Model Y — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 565 MOT tests, the 2024 Tesla Model Y recorded a 95.4% pass rate. That is effectively the same as mid-size SUVs of a similar age (4.5% fail rate), so the MOT record here is unremarkable in either direction. Failures cluster in tyres, suspension and lighting & signalling.
What the MOT record shows
One area stands out: tyres, recorded in 5.1% of tests against 0.4% for the next-worst category.
At component level the recurring items are tread depth, tyre pressure monitoring system and headlamp aim — tread depth alone was recorded 13 times.
Condition tracks the odometer closely. Failures run at 1.5% in the 0-30k band and 10.2% in the 60-90k band, a 8.7-point spread — more than double.
Tyres is the most common advisory, noted on 11.5% of tests — work that passed today but is likely due soon.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 5.1% | 29 |
| 2 | Suspension | 0.4% | 2 |
| 3 | Lighting & signalling | 0.4% | 2 |
| 4 | Visibility | 0.4% | 2 |
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 | 13 |
| 2 | Tyre pressure monitoring system | 3 |
| 3 | Headlamp aim | 3 |
| 4 | Wipers | 1 |
| 5 | Pins and bushes | 1 |
| 6 | Washers | 1 |
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 | 11.5% | 65 |
| 2 | Suspension | 4.6% | 26 |
| 3 | Other defects | 1.8% | 10 |
| 4 | Road wheels | 0.5% | 3 |
| 5 | Seat belts & restraints | 0.4% | 2 |
| 6 | Visibility | 0.2% | 1 |
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 | 266 | 1.5% |
| 30-60k | 232 | 6.5% |
| 60-90k | 59 | 10.2% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 39 | 2.6% |
| 2025 | 526 | 4.8% |
What to check before buying a 2024 Model Y
The failure pattern for this year is specific enough to inspect against: tyres accounted for 5.1% of tests. Start there.
- Tyres (5.1% 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 (0.4% 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 (0.4% 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 2024 Tesla Model Ys pass their MOT?
95.4% of the 565 2024 Tesla Model Y MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 4.6% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2024 Tesla Model Y?
Tyres, recorded in 5.1% of tests, followed by suspension (0.4%).
Does the 2024 Model Y get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 1.5% in the 0-30k band to 10.2% in the 60-90k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 565 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.