MAZDA 3 SPORT MHEV (2019)
Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 40 real MOT tests in 2024.
MOT Pass Rate
95%
Total Tests (2024)
40
Avg Mileage
48,558 mi
Est. Annual Cost
£1,772
Is the 2019 MAZDA 3 SPORT MHEV reliable?
Excellent reliability. Very few MOT failures. That's 13 points above the national average of 82%. It also outperforms the MAZDA brand average of 81%.
At 5 years old, 95% of MAZDA 3 SPORT MHEVs from 2019 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 40 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 48,558 miles.
How does the 2019 MAZDA 3 SPORT MHEV compare?
Mileage Analysis
The average 2019 MAZDA 3 SPORT MHEV has 48,558 miles on the clock, 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.
How much does a 2019 MAZDA 3 SPORT 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 2019 MAZDA 3 SPORT MHEV
The 2019 MAZDA 3 SPORT MHEV is a family car with a 1998cc petrol engine. 40 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a rare model on UK roads. It ranks in the top 19% of all 2019 cars for reliability.
With an average of 48,558 miles at 5 years old, 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 £1,327 per year at current petrol prices of 142p per litre (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 £1,772 (£148/month), broken down as £1327 fuel, £190 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 5 years old, the MAZDA 3 SPORT MHEV offers good value with plenty of life remaining. Most manufacturer warranties will have expired, so a pre-purchase inspection is worth the cost. Note: with only 40 tests in our data, these figures should be treated as indicative rather than definitive.
Alternatives to the 2019 MAZDA 3 SPORT MHEV
The MAZDA 3 SPORT MHEV is actually the most reliable option among similar petrol family cars from this era. Here are comparable petrol cars with similar engines:
- FORD FOCUS (2017) 89% pass rate (-6%) from 109,241 tests
- VOLKSWAGEN GOLF (2019) 92% pass rate (-3%) from 89,653 tests
- FORD KUGA (2018) 90% pass rate (-5%) from 67,605 tests
- MINI COOPER (2018) 92% pass rate (-3%) from 55,706 tests