Mazda 3 Sport MHEV (2019)

Estimated running costs and MOT pass rates from 40 MOT tests in 2024.

Annual Cost

£2,086

£174/month

MOT Pass Rate

95%

Excellent

Road Tax

£200

Standard rate/year

Est. Insurance

Grp 18-32

1998cc Petrol

Great Choice

95% pass rate, £2,086/year to run. 13 points above average.

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Petrol1998cc7 years old40 tests49k miles avg

Annual Running Costs

Fuel (Petrol, 1998cc)

~36 mpg

£1,631

Road Tax

Standard rate (from April 2017)

£200

MOT Test

£55

Predicted Repairs

Low estimate due to excellent reliability

£200

Total per year£2,086

Per month£174/mo

Per week£40/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

95% MOT pass rate(Excellent)

0%All-model avg: 82%100%

Excellent reliability. Very few MOT failures. That's 13 points above the average of 82% across all models in our data. It also outperforms the Mazda brand average of 81%.

95% of MOT tests on Mazda 3 Sport MHEVs from 2019 ended in a pass in 2024, when they were about 5 years old. That's based on 40 tests across the UK, retests included. The average mileage recorded at those tests was 48,558 miles.

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How Does It Compare?

Rank among 2019 models248th of 1,380(top 18%)

Rank among Mazda models99th of 459(top 22%)

vs average of all models+13%(82% avg)

vs 2019 models average+5%(90% avg)

vs Mazda average+14%(81% avg)

Mileage Analysis

48,558

Average miles

37,000

Expected for age

The average 2019 Mazda 3 Sport MHEV had 48,558 miles on the clock at its 2024 MOT, which is above the expected 37,000 miles for a 5-year-old car. Higher-mileage cars often have more motorway miles, which is generally less harmful than stop-start urban driving.

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Mazda 3 Sport MHEV by Year

Year	Pass Rate	Tests	Avg Mileage
2021	91%	44	24,341 mi
2020	89%	56	30,170 mi
2019	95%	40	48,558 mi

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About the 2019 Mazda 3 Sport MHEV

The 2019 Mazda 3 Sport MHEV is a family car. Our records list a 1998cc petrol engine, though engines vary between versions. 40 MOT tests were recorded on this model in 2024, making it a rare model on UK roads. It ranks in the top 18% of all 2019 models for MOT pass rate.

With an average of 48,558 miles recorded at its 2024 MOT tests, Mazda 3 Sport MHEV owners cover more miles than the average driver.

2019 Mazda 3 Sport MHEV Fuel Costs

The 1998cc petrol engine offers a reasonable balance between performance and economy. Expect around 36 mpg in mixed driving, which works out to roughly £1,631 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 2019 Mazda 3 Sport MHEV?

Total estimated annual running cost is £2,086 (£174/month), broken down as £1,631 fuel, £200 road tax, £55 MOT, and £200 predicted repairs. The low repair estimate reflects the excellent 95% pass rate. These cars rarely fail their MOT, so unexpected bills are less likely.

Buying a Used 2019 Mazda 3 Sport MHEV

At 7 years old, this is a solid used buy if you find one with good service history. Depreciation has levelled off, so you won't lose much more value. Focus on condition over mileage. Note: with only 40 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.

Timing Chain / Belt

Watch out

At 7 years old, check whether the timing belt has been replaced (typically due every 5-7 years or 60,000-100,000 miles). A snapped belt can destroy the engine.

Suspension Wear

Medium risk

Shock absorbers, springs, and anti-roll bar links typically need attention around this age. Listen for clunks over bumps and check for uneven tyre wear.

Service History

Low risk

Always request a full service history. Regular servicing is the single best indicator of how well a car has been maintained, regardless of mileage.

Running Costs Compared

How the 2019 Mazda 3 Sport MHEV 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 3 Sport MHEV(2019)	95%	£1,631	£200	Grp 18-32	£2,086
Ford Focus(2017)	89%	£1,398	£200	Grp 12-25	£2,003-£83
Volkswagen Golf(2019)	92%	£1,398	£200	Grp 12-25	£1,853-£233
Ford Kuga(2018)	90%	£1,398	£200	Grp 12-25	£1,853-£233
MINI Cooper(2018)	92%	£1,398	£200	Grp 12-25	£1,853-£233

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 2019 Mazda 3 Sport MHEV

Is the 2019 Mazda 3 Sport MHEV reliable?

Excellent reliability. Very few MOT failures. 95% of MOT tests on 2019 Mazda 3 Sport MHEVs ended in a pass, from 40 tests (DVSA MOT data for tests in 2024, retests included). That's 13 points above the average of 82% across all models in the same data.

How much does a 2019 Mazda 3 Sport MHEV cost to run?

Our estimate is £2,086 a year (£174 a month): £1,631 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 2019 Mazda 3 Sport MHEV?

95% of 40 MOT tests on the 2019 Mazda 3 Sport MHEV ended in a pass (DVSA MOT data for tests in 2024, retests included). That ranks it 248th of 1,380 models first registered in 2019 (top 18%).

What is the average mileage for a 2019 Mazda 3 Sport MHEV?

The average mileage recorded at MOT tests on the 2019 Mazda 3 Sport MHEV is 48,558 miles, which is above the expected 37,000 miles for a 5-year-old car. Higher-mileage cars often have more motorway miles, which is generally less harmful than stop-start urban driving.