Tesla Model Y
Reliability, estimated running costs, and MOT data across 1 model year from 41 MOT tests in 2024.
Avg Pass Rate
100%
Total Tests
41
Model Year
2023
Years Covered
1
About the Tesla Model Y
The Tesla Model Y was MOT tested 41 times in 2024 (DVSA data, retests included) across 1 model year (2023), with an average pass rate of 100%. That's comfortably above the average of 82% across all models in our data. Our records list electric versions.
Compared to the Tesla brand average of 89%, the Model Y performs 11 points better, making it one of the more reliable options in the Tesla range.
Estimated Running Costs
Based on 7,400 miles/year, average pump prices of 174.57p petrol and 199.33p diesel (GOV.UK weekly road fuel prices, week of 19 October 2026), and MOT pass rate data. Insurance not included.
Full 2023 detailsHow reliable is the Tesla Model Y?
Tesla Model Y by Year
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| Year | Pass Rate | Tests | Avg Mileage | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 100% | 41 | 17,770 mi |
Questions about the Tesla Model Y
Is the Tesla Model Y reliable?
Across its 1 model year in our data (2023), the Tesla Model Y averages a 100% MOT pass rate, from 41 tests (DVSA MOT data for tests in 2024, retests included). That's 18 points above the average of 82% across all models in the same data.
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