Mazda Demio
Reliability, running costs, and MOT data across 8 years from 1,154 real MOT tests.
Avg Pass Rate
76%
Total Tests
1,154
Best Year
2013 (97%)
Years Covered
8
About the Mazda Demio
The Mazda Demio has been tested 1,154 times in 2026 MOT data across 8 model years (1998 to 2013), with an average pass rate of 76%. That's 6 points below the national average of 82%, so check the year-by-year data carefully before buying. Available as petrol.
Best and Worst Years
The 2013 model is the most reliable with a 97% pass rate from 31 tests. The 2003 model has the lowest at 69%. With a 28 point spread, choosing the right year makes a big difference to reliability.
Reliability Trend
The MAZDA DEMIO has maintained consistent MOT pass rates across model years, varying by only 3 percentage points.
Mileage Across Years
The oldest model in our data (1998) averages 75,081 miles, while the newest (2013) averages 46,564 miles.
Compared to the Mazda brand average of 81%, the Demio is 5 points lower, placing it among the less reliable Mazda models.
Estimated Running Costs
Based on 7,400 miles/year, current fuel prices, and MOT pass rate data. Insurance not included.
Full 2013 detailsHow reliable is the Mazda Demio?
Mazda Demio by Year
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