Mazda 2 (2020)

Estimated running costs and MOT pass rates from 30 MOT tests in 2024.

Annual Cost

£1,853

£154/month

MOT Pass Rate

97%

Excellent

Road Tax

£200

Standard rate/year

Est. Insurance

Grp 12-25

1496cc Petrol

Great Choice

97% pass rate, £1,853/year to run. 15 points above average.

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Petrol1496cc6 years old30 tests26k miles avg

Annual Running Costs

Fuel (Petrol, 1496cc)

~42 mpg

£1,398

Road Tax

Standard rate (from April 2017)

£200

MOT Test

£55

Predicted Repairs

Low estimate due to excellent reliability

£200

Total per year£1,853

Per month£154/mo

Per week£36/wk

Estimates based on 7,400 miles/year (UK average), petrol at 174.57p a litre (GOV.UK weekly average, week of 19 October 2026), GOV.UK road tax rates and repair likelihood from MOT data. Insurance not included. Cars registered from April 2017 pay the £200 standard rate, plus £440 a year for five years (from the second year) if they cost over £40,000 new (over £50,000 for electric cars).

Reliability Verdict

97% MOT pass rate(Excellent)

0%All-model avg: 82%100%

Excellent reliability. Very few MOT failures. That's 15 points above the average of 82% across all models in our data. It also outperforms the Mazda brand average of 81%.

97% of MOT tests on Mazda 2s from 2020 ended in a pass in 2024, when they were about 4 years old. That's based on 30 tests across the UK, retests included. The average mileage recorded at those tests was 25,674 miles.

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How Does It Compare?

Rank among 2020 models288th of 2,554(top 12%)

Rank among Mazda models40th of 459(top 9%)

vs average of all models+15%(82% avg)

vs 2020 models average+5%(92% avg)

vs Mazda average+16%(81% avg)

Mileage Analysis

25,674

Average miles

29,600

Expected for age

The average 2020 Mazda 2 had 25,674 miles on the clock at its 2024 MOT, which is in line with the expected 29,600 miles for a 4-year-old car, suggesting normal everyday use.

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Best Year to Buy?

Of the years with at least 100 tests, the 2019 model has the highest MOT pass rate at 92%, while the 2008 model has the lowest at 70%. The 2020 scores 97%. Newer cars usually pass more often simply because they are younger, so compare years of a similar age.

Mazda 2 by Year

Year	Pass Rate	Tests	Avg Mileage
2020	97%	30	25,674 mi
2019	92%	12,113	27,997 mi
2018	91%	12,473	35,410 mi
2017	90%	11,574	42,686 mi
2016	87%	15,776	51,000 mi
2015	85%	15,877	57,096 mi
2014	79%	14,202	60,500 mi
2013	77%	14,893	67,601 mi
2012	76%	15,653	71,124 mi
2011	74%	18,883	77,682 mi
2010	72%	22,897	86,346 mi
2009	71%	22,733	91,854 mi
2008	70%	14,817	97,282 mi
2007	72%	4,816	90,403 mi
2006	73%	2,297	83,579 mi
2005	71%	1,957	86,126 mi
2004	71%	1,546	89,679 mi
2003	75%	646	91,192 mi

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About the 2020 Mazda 2

The 2020 Mazda 2 is a small family car. Our records list a 1496cc petrol engine, though engines vary between versions. 30 MOT tests were recorded on this model in 2024, making it a rare model on UK roads. It ranks in the top 12% of all 2020 models for MOT pass rate.

With an average of 25,674 miles recorded at its 2024 MOT tests, Mazda 2 owners drive about as much as the UK average.

2020 Mazda 2 Fuel Costs

The 1496cc petrol engine offers a reasonable balance between performance and economy. Expect around 42 mpg in mixed driving, which works out to roughly £1,398 per year with petrol at 174.57p per litre (GOV.UK weekly average, week of 19 October 2026; based on 7,400 miles per year).

What does it cost to own a 2020 Mazda 2?

Total estimated annual running cost is £1,853 (£154/month), broken down as £1,398 fuel, £200 road tax, £55 MOT, and £200 predicted repairs. The low repair estimate reflects the excellent 97% pass rate. These cars rarely fail their MOT, so unexpected bills are less likely.

Mazda 2 Reliability Trend

Newer Mazda 2s pass their MOT more often than older ones, by 12 percentage points on average, which is mostly down to age and wear.

Buying a Used 2020 Mazda 2

At 6 years old, the Mazda 2 offers good value with plenty of life remaining. Most manufacturer warranties will have expired, so a pre-purchase inspection is worth the cost. If you're flexible on year, the 2019 model has the highest pass rate at 92%. Note: with only 30 tests in our data, these figures should be treated as indicative rather than definitive.

Common Issues to Watch For

These are typical issues for cars of this age, fuel type and engine size, not faults recorded on this model's MOT tests. Use them as a checklist when you view one.

Service History

Low risk

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Running Costs Compared

How the 2020 Mazda 2 stacks up against similar cars for estimated annual running costs, insurance group, and tax.

Car	Pass Rate	Fuel/yr	Tax/yr	Est. Ins. Group	Total/yr
Mazda 2(2020)	97%	£1,398	£200	Grp 12-25	£1,853
Ford Fiesta(2018)	90%	£1,175	£200	Grp 1-8	£1,630-£223
Volkswagen Golf(2019)	92%	£1,398	£200	Grp 12-25	£1,853same
Vauxhall Corsa(2018)	85%	£1,398	£200	Grp 8-20	£2,003+£150
Nissan Qashqai(2018)	87%	£1,175	£200	Grp 5-15	£1,780-£73

Estimates based on 7,400 miles/year, GOV.UK average pump prices for the week of 19 October 2026, GOV.UK road tax rates and MOT data. Insurance groups are our rough estimate from engine size, not official groups. Actual costs vary by driver, location, and usage.

Questions about the 2020 Mazda 2

Is the 2020 Mazda 2 reliable?

Excellent reliability. Very few MOT failures. 97% of MOT tests on 2020 Mazda 2s ended in a pass, from 30 tests (DVSA MOT data for tests in 2024, retests included). That's 15 points above the average of 82% across all models in the same data.

How much does a 2020 Mazda 2 cost to run?

Our estimate is £1,853 a year (£154 a month): £1,398 fuel, £200 road tax, £55 MOT and £200 predicted repairs, based on 7,400 miles a year. Insurance is not included.

What is the MOT pass rate for a 2020 Mazda 2?

97% of 30 MOT tests on the 2020 Mazda 2 ended in a pass (DVSA MOT data for tests in 2024, retests included). That ranks it 288th of 2,554 models first registered in 2020 (top 12%).

Which year Mazda 2 has the best MOT pass rate?

Of the years with at least 100 tests, the 2019 Mazda 2 has the highest MOT pass rate at 92% and the 2008 the lowest at 70%. Newer cars usually pass more often simply because they are younger and have done fewer miles.

What is the average mileage for a 2020 Mazda 2?

The average mileage recorded at MOT tests on the 2020 Mazda 2 is 25,674 miles, which is in line with the expected 29,600 miles for a 4-year-old car, suggesting normal everyday use.