MAZDA CX-5 (2021)
Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 97 real MOT tests in 2024.
MOT Pass Rate
95%
Total Tests (2024)
97
Avg Mileage
24,896 mi
Est. Annual Cost
£2,037
Is the 2021 MAZDA CX-5 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 3 years old, 95% of MAZDA CX-5s from 2021 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 97 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 24,896 miles.
How does the 2021 MAZDA CX-5 compare?
Mileage Analysis
The average 2021 MAZDA CX-5 has 24,896 miles on the clock, which is in line with the expected 22,200 miles for a 3-year-old car, suggesting normal everyday use.
How much does a 2021 MAZDA CX-5 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 CX-5 by Year
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About the 2021 MAZDA CX-5
The 2021 MAZDA CX-5 is a large car with a 2500cc petrol engine. 97 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a rare model on UK roads. Among all cars from 2021, the average MOT pass rate is 92%, and this model beats that benchmark.
With an average of 24,896 miles at 3 years old, MAZDA CX-5 owners drive about as much as the UK average.
2021 MAZDA CX-5 Fuel Costs
The 2500cc petrol engine is on the larger side, so fuel won't be this car's strong point. Expect around 30 mpg in mixed driving, which works out to roughly £1,592 per year at current petrol prices of 142p per litre (based on 7,400 miles per year).
What does it cost to own a 2021 MAZDA CX-5?
Total estimated annual running cost is £2,037 (£170/month), broken down as £1592 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.
MAZDA CX-5 Reliability Trend
Newer MAZDA CX-5s show better MOT pass rates than older ones, with an average improvement of 10 percentage points.
Buying a Used 2021 MAZDA CX-5
At 3 years old, this is still relatively fresh. You may find examples with remaining manufacturer warranty. Depreciation is slowing but hasn't bottomed out yet. Note: with only 97 tests in our data, these figures should be treated as indicative rather than definitive.
Alternatives to the 2021 MAZDA CX-5
The MAZDA CX-5 is actually the most reliable option among similar petrol large cars from this era. Here are comparable petrol cars with similar engines:
- VOLVO XC40 (2020) 93% pass rate (-2%) from 36,064 tests
- BMW 5 SERIES (2019) 92% pass rate (-3%) from 33,766 tests
- BMW X3 (2019) 92% pass rate (-3%) from 32,937 tests
- FORD RANGER (2021) 90% pass rate (-5%) from 32,078 tests