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Used Tesla Model Y I: the buying guide

SUV · since 2021 · Electric

✓ 23 sources cited · updated on 13 October 2026

Good choice, check first
Reliability
4.0/5
Estimated monthly cost
€556/month
Indicative prices
€32,000 – €38,500

3 known faults

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Tesla Model Y I, front three-quarter view

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Verdict

Good choice, check first

Electric SUV sold in France since 2021 and facelifted ("Juniper") in 2025, rated 5 stars by Euro NCAP in 2022 and again in 2025. Caradisiac judges its reliability very good, but the front end is its weak point: squeaks and wear of the bushes and ball joints, and last place in the German MOT (TÜV), mainly because of the suspension. Have the front end inspected and check the wheel-hub recall on 2021 examples.

Reliability
4.0/5
Indicative prices
€32,000 – €38,500
Monthly cost
€556
Euro NCAP
5/5

Which version to choose

Versions to favour: Propulsion 275 ch (2022-2025), Propulsion 280 ch (Juniper 2025-), Grande Autonomie 441 ch (2021-2025).

  • Propulsion 275 ch (2022-2025)

    ✓ Recommended

    Electric · Automatic · 275 hp · 15.7 kWh/100 km · Crit'Air green

    Entry-level rear-wheel-drive version: 275 hp and 330 Nm, 58 kWh gross LFP battery (55.5 kWh usable) in the version built in Berlin, or 60 kWh gross in the version built in Shanghai, according to Fiches-auto.

  • Propulsion 280 ch (Juniper 2025-)

    ✓ Recommended

    Electric · Automatic · 280 hp · Crit'Air green

    Rear-wheel-drive version of the Juniper facelift: 280 hp and 330 Nm, 62.5 kWh gross LFP battery (60 kWh usable), 0 to 100 km/h in 5.9 s according to Fiches-auto.

  • Grande Autonomie 441 ch (2021-2025)

    ✓ Recommended

    Electric · Automatic · 441 hp · Crit'Air green

    Two-motor all-wheel drive, 441 hp according to Fiches-auto. 82 kWh battery in 2021 (79 kWh on the 2023 specification), WLTP range of 533 km and 817 L boot (117 L front, 700 L rear) in 2021. Examples built from June to November 2021 may be affected by the wheel-hub recall.

  • Grande Autonomie 375 ch (Juniper 2025-)

    Electric · Automatic · 375 hp · Crit'Air green

    Long Range version of the Juniper facelift with two motors: 375 hp, 79 kWh battery (75 kWh usable), WLTP range of 586 km and 0 to 100 km/h in 4.8 s according to Fiches-auto.

  • Performance 513 ch (2021-2025)

    Electric · Automatic · 513 hp · Crit'Air green

    All-wheel drive, 513 hp and 660 Nm, 0 to 100 km/h in 3.7 s according to Fiches-auto (2023 specification). Other specifications give a lower power output: the value depends on the source.

Market prices

€32,000 – €38,500

Indicative range: 2021 to 2026, yearly medians of 361 online listings collected by iAutos (years with at least 3 listings).

Collected on 20 October 2026 from the sources below. Our own survey of listings, by year and mileage, will refine it.

Known faults

Squeaking and wear of the front end (bushes and arm ball joints)

Severity 2/3 · Costly

The front end is the main point to watch: high-pitched squeaks at the front, of which the upper arm ball joint is a frequent cause according to Fiches-auto, and suspension arm bushes judged undersized. The parts manufacturer Meyle has identified suspension arms corroded by water running from the windscreen onto the ball joint, and offers a reinforced arm. Caradisiac advises choosing a car whose bushes have been greased or replaced.

Versions
Propulsion 275 ch (2022-2025), Grande Autonomie 441 ch (2021-2025), Performance 513 ch (2021-2025)
Onset
not documented
Repair
not documented

Last place at the German MOT (TÜV): suspension, brakes, lighting

Severity 2/3 · Costly

In the TÜV-Report 2026, the Model Y is ranked last among vehicles aged two to three years, with 17.3% major defects (against 6.5% on average for this age group), the worst result in ten years for this category. The faults relate mainly to axle suspension, as well as to brakes and lighting.

Versions
Propulsion 275 ch (2022-2025), Grande Autonomie 441 ch (2021-2025), Performance 513 ch (2021-2025)
Onset
not documented
Repair
not documented

Wheel hubs poorly heat-treated (recall)

Manufacturer recall

On some examples, the front and rear wheel hubs may not have received adequate heat treatment: they can bend or break, causing a sudden change in wheel alignment and a loss of stability. Tesla recalled the affected vehicles for inspection at a service centre. In France, according to L'argus, the recall concerns Model Ys built between June and November 2021.

Fixed free of charge by a dealer and not counted in the reliability score: ask for proof the work was done (invoice, or a VIN check at a dealer).

Versions
Grande Autonomie 441 ch (2021-2025), Performance 513 ch (2021-2025)
Onset
not documented
Repair
not documented

All faults by version and mileage →

Manufacturer recalls

See the official list on RappelConso (new tab) (French government recall site: category “Automobiles et moyens de déplacement”, search “Tesla Model Y”). A dealer for the brand can also check, using the vehicle identification number (VIN), that recalls have been carried out.

Real monthly cost

Fuel, insurance, maintenance and depreciation, excluding finance. Move the slider to match your mileage. How it is calculated

Monthly cost by item
Electricity€35
Insurance€145
Maintenance€37
Depreciation€339
Total per month€556

⚠ Estimates to treat with caution

  • Maintenance: published servicing price plus an estimated allowance for tyres and brakes.
  • Maintenance: budget of a closely related model.
  • Depreciation estimated at 12% of the median price a year, as no year-by-year valuation is usable.
Calculation details (12,000 km a year)
Electricity€35

Propulsion 275 ch (2022-2025) version: combined consumption of 15.7 kWh/100 km, increased by 15% for real-world driving, at 0.194 €/kWh, for 1,000 km a month.

15.7 × 1.15 × 0.194 € × 10 = €35

Electricity price: EDF regulated Base tariff, home charging (as of 7 October 2026).

Insurance€145

Average monthly premium published for this model by insurance comparison sites (comprehensive cover when stated). Your premium depends on your profile.

Maintenance€37

Servicing and wear parts (tyres, brakes) for 12,000 km a year, per month.

Depreciation€339

Value lost in a year by a typical example, from the valuation gap between two years, per month.

Inspection checklist

Things to check

  • Test the car with the window down, at full steering lock and over a speed bump: a squeak from the front end signals worn ball joints or arm bushes.
  • For a 2021 example, check with Tesla, using the serial number, that the wheel-hub recall has been carried out.
  • Have the brake discs and pads checked, as well as the lighting, which are often flagged at the MOT.
  • Check tyre wear: uneven wear can indicate a geometry or running gear problem.
  • Ask for a state-of-health (SoH) report on the battery.

Questions to ask the seller

  • Have the recalls, in particular the wheel-hub recall, been carried out at Tesla?
  • Has the front end (arms, ball joints, bushes) already been repaired or greased? Do you have the invoices?
  • Has the car had a re-test at the MOT, and for what reason?

Test-drive tip: read the fault codes

A warning light that is off proves nothing: a fault may have been cleared just before the viewing. A Bluetooth OBD2 scanner, plugged in under the steering wheel and read on your phone, shows stored codes and whether all emissions readiness tests have run since the last reset.

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Electric or hybrid equivalent

No direct electric or hybrid equivalent in our guides. Simulate combustion vs electric cost

Alternatives

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Tesla Model 3

I · since 2019

Good choice, check first
Price
€21,000 – €47,000
Reliability
4/5
Fuel types
Electric

Before you buy: check and equip

Check the history

Before paying, check the administrative status (lien, objection, declared claims) and the mileage recorded at the roadworthiness test.

Read fault codes

An OBD scanner plugged in under the steering wheel shows stored fault codes, even with warning lights off: useful during the test drive.

Parts and maintenance

Compare prices of parts for the Tesla Model Y I (timing, brakes, filters) to estimate the repairs to plan for.

Insure the car

Insurance prices vary widely from one model to another: get a quote before signing.

Frequently asked questions

What is the Euro NCAP rating of the Tesla Model Y?

5 stars in 2022, with 97% for adult protection, 87% for children, 82% for vulnerable road users and 98% for safety assist. The facelifted version again obtained 5 stars in 2025 (91% adults, 93% children, 86% vulnerable road users, 92% safety assist).

What is the weak point of a used Model Y?

The front end: squeaks, ball joints and arm bushes that wear, and arms corroded according to the parts manufacturer Meyle. It is also the main cause of its poor ranking at the German MOT. Caradisiac, however, reports no serious or recurring immobilising faults.

Is the Model Y reliable at the MOT?

No: the TÜV-Report 2026 ranks it last among cars aged two to three years, with 17.3% major defects, mainly on axle suspension, brakes and lighting.

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