MAZDA CX-5 SE-L (2022)
Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 48 real MOT tests in 2024.
MOT Pass Rate
96%
Total Tests (2024)
48
Avg Mileage
21,718 mi
Est. Annual Cost
£1,772
Is the 2022 MAZDA CX-5 SE-L reliable?
Excellent reliability. Very few MOT failures. That's 14 points above the national average of 82%. It also outperforms the MAZDA brand average of 81%.
At 2 years old, 96% of MAZDA CX-5 SE-Ls from 2022 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 48 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 21,718 miles.
How does the 2022 MAZDA CX-5 SE-L compare?
Mileage Analysis
The average 2022 MAZDA CX-5 SE-L has 21,718 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.
Best year to buy a MAZDA CX-5 SE-L?
The most reliable year is the 2021 model with a 92% MOT pass rate, while the 2020 model has the lowest at 89%. The 2022 sits between the two at 96%.
How much does a 2022 MAZDA CX-5 SE-L 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 SE-L by Year
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About the 2022 MAZDA CX-5 SE-L
The 2022 MAZDA CX-5 SE-L is a family car with a 1998cc petrol engine. 48 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a rare model on UK roads. Among all cars from 2022, the average MOT pass rate is 94%, and this model beats that benchmark.
With an average of 21,718 miles at 2 years old, MAZDA CX-5 SE-L owners cover more miles than the average driver.
2022 MAZDA CX-5 SE-L 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 2022 MAZDA CX-5 SE-L?
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 96% pass rate. These cars rarely fail their MOT, so unexpected bills are less likely.
Alternatives to the 2022 MAZDA CX-5 SE-L
The MAZDA CX-5 SE-L is actually the most reliable option among similar petrol family cars from this era. Here are comparable petrol cars with similar engines:
- NISSAN QASHQAI (2020) 93% pass rate (-3%) from 52,321 tests
- MERCEDES A (2021) 94% pass rate (-2%) from 37,477 tests
- VOLVO XC40 (2020) 93% pass rate (-3%) from 36,064 tests
- MINI COOPER (2020) 93% pass rate (-3%) from 34,513 tests