TESLA MODEL Y

What this car costs to run

Modelled over 7,100 miles a year (DfT National Travel Survey, England). Ranges, not quotes — the vehicle tax and MOT figures are exact because they are set by government; everything else is an estimate.

Vehicle tax (VED)exactEV standard rate (electric cars lost their exemption in April 2025)

£200

Home chargingEstimated from engine size and fuel type, not a measured WLTP figure

£450–£650

InsuranceAssumes an experienced driver with full no-claims. Real premiums vary roughly 4x by age and 3x by postcode

£500–£1,400

ServicingRoutine servicing only — excludes repairs and tyres

£250–£650

MOT testexactDVSA maximum; most garages charge less. The test only — 28.1% of MOTs fail and repairs are extra

up to £54.85

Estimated total a year

£1,500–£2,900

Work out the exact vehicle tax with our car tax calculator, or compare fuel against electric with the running cost calculator.