MAZDA 3 (2022)
Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 243 real MOT tests in 2024.
MOT Pass Rate
98%
Total Tests (2024)
243
Avg Mileage
21,571 mi
Est. Annual Cost
£1,582
Is the 2022 MAZDA 3 reliable?
Excellent reliability. Very few MOT failures. That's 16 points above the national average of 82%. It also outperforms the MAZDA brand average of 81%.
At 2 years old, 98% of MAZDA 3s from 2022 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 243 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 21,571 miles.
How does the 2022 MAZDA 3 compare?
Mileage Analysis
The average 2022 MAZDA 3 has 21,571 miles on the clock, which is above the expected 14,800 miles for a 2-year-old car. Higher-mileage cars often have more motorway miles, which is generally less harmful than stop-start urban driving.
How much does a 2022 MAZDA 3 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.
MAZDA 3 by Year
| Year | Pass Rate | Tests | Avg Mileage |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 98% | 243 | 21,571 mi |
| 2021 | 94% | 6,556 | 23,403 mi |
| 2020 | 94% | 6,787 | 28,046 mi |
| 2019 | 92% | 7,145 | 34,301 mi |
| 2018 | 88% | 11,205 | 42,804 mi |
| 2017 | 83% | 13,489 | 51,801 mi |
| 2016 | 82% | 17,936 | 61,550 mi |
| 2015 | 81% | 19,839 | 70,981 mi |
| 2014 | 80% | 14,280 | 76,594 mi |
| 2013 | 80% | 8,703 | 81,092 mi |
| 2012 | 79% | 8,608 | 91,364 mi |
| 2011 | 75% | 9,731 | 95,384 mi |
| 2010 | 74% | 15,144 | 101,714 mi |
| 2009 | 72% | 14,024 | 101,557 mi |
| 2008 | 70% | 11,826 | 101,647 mi |
| 2007 | 69% | 9,747 | 106,801 mi |
| 2006 | 68% | 7,178 | 107,923 mi |
| 2005 | 67% | 5,007 | 107,158 mi |
| 2004 | 65% | 1,514 | 98,523 mi |
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About the 2022 MAZDA 3
The 2022 MAZDA 3 is a small family car with a 1596cc petrol engine. 243 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a less common model in the UK market. It ranks in the top 16% of all 2022 cars for reliability.
With an average of 21,571 miles at 2 years old, MAZDA 3 owners cover more miles than the average driver.
2022 MAZDA 3 Fuel Costs
The 1596cc 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 3?
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 98% pass rate. These cars rarely fail their MOT, so unexpected bills are less likely.
MAZDA 3 Reliability Trend
Newer MAZDA 3s show better MOT pass rates than older ones, with an average improvement of 16 percentage points.
Alternatives to the 2022 MAZDA 3
The MAZDA 3 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 (-5%) from 52,321 tests
- MERCEDES A (2021) 94% pass rate (-4%) from 37,477 tests
- VOLVO XC40 (2020) 93% pass rate (-5%) from 36,064 tests
- MINI COOPER (2020) 93% pass rate (-5%) from 34,513 tests