MAZDA 2 SE-L MHEV (2022)
Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 47 real MOT tests in 2024.
MOT Pass Rate
100%
Total Tests (2024)
47
Avg Mileage
16,952 mi
Est. Annual Cost
£1,582
Is the 2022 MAZDA 2 SE-L MHEV reliable?
Excellent reliability. Very few MOT failures. That's 18 points above the national average of 82%. It also outperforms the MAZDA brand average of 81%.
At 2 years old, 100% of MAZDA 2 SE-L MHEVs from 2022 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 47 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 16,952 miles.
How does the 2022 MAZDA 2 SE-L MHEV compare?
Mileage Analysis
The average 2022 MAZDA 2 SE-L MHEV has 16,952 miles on the clock, which is in line with the expected 14,800 miles for a 2-year-old car, suggesting normal everyday use.
Best year to buy a MAZDA 2 SE-L MHEV?
The most reliable year is the 2020 model with a 93% MOT pass rate, while the 2021 model has the lowest at 93%. The 2022 sits between the two at 100%.
How much does a 2022 MAZDA 2 SE-L MHEV cost to run?
Based on 7,400 miles/year (UK average), current fuel prices, and repair likelihood from MOT pass rate data. Insurance not included.
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About the 2022 MAZDA 2 SE-L MHEV
The 2022 MAZDA 2 SE-L MHEV is a small family car with a 1496cc petrol engine. 47 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a rare model on UK roads. It ranks in the top 5% of all 2022 cars for reliability.
With an average of 16,952 miles at 2 years old, MAZDA 2 SE-L MHEV owners drive about as much as the UK average.
2022 MAZDA 2 SE-L MHEV 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 £1,137 per year at current petrol prices of 142p per litre (based on 7,400 miles per year).
What does it cost to own a 2022 MAZDA 2 SE-L MHEV?
Total estimated annual running cost is £1,582 (£132/month), broken down as £1137 fuel, £190 road tax, £55 MOT, and £200 predicted repairs. The low repair estimate reflects the excellent 100% pass rate. These cars rarely fail their MOT, so unexpected bills are less likely.
Alternatives to the 2022 MAZDA 2 SE-L MHEV
The MAZDA 2 SE-L MHEV is actually the most reliable option among similar petrol small family cars from this era. Here are comparable petrol cars with similar engines:
- NISSAN QASHQAI (2020) 93% pass rate (-7%) from 52,321 tests
- MERCEDES A (2021) 94% pass rate (-6%) from 37,477 tests
- MINI COOPER (2020) 93% pass rate (-7%) from 34,513 tests
- FORD FIESTA (2020) 91% pass rate (-9%) from 34,173 tests