Mazda Cx-7
Reliability, running costs, and MOT data across 6 years from 2,698 real MOT tests.
Avg Pass Rate
74%
Total Tests
2,698
Best Year
2008 (76%)
Years Covered
6
How reliable is the Mazda Cx-7?
Mazda Cx-7 by Year
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About the Mazda Cx-7
The Mazda Cx-7 has been tested 2,698 times in 2024 MOT data across 6 model years (2007 to 2012), with an average pass rate of 74%. That's 8 points below the national average of 82%, so check the year-by-year data carefully before buying. Available as diesel and petrol.
Best and Worst Years
The 2008 model is the most reliable with a 76% pass rate from 269 tests. The 2010 model has the lowest at 71%. With just a 5 point spread, the Cx-7 is consistently reliable regardless of year.
Reliability Trend
The MAZDA CX-7 has maintained consistent MOT pass rates across model years, varying by only 0 percentage points.
Mileage Across Years
The oldest model in our data (2007) averages 103,591 miles, while the newest (2012) averages 102,119 miles. Older models have covered serious mileage, so suspension and drivetrain wear are worth checking.
Compared to the Mazda brand average of 81%, the Cx-7 is 7 points lower, placing it among the less reliable Mazda models.
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