Mazda E series
Reliability, running costs, and MOT data across 15 years from 1,587 real MOT tests.
Avg Pass Rate
71%
Total Tests
1,587
Best Year
2004 (79%)
Years Covered
15
How reliable is the Mazda E series?
Mazda E series by Year
| Year | Pass Rate | Tests | Avg Mileage |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 | 76% | 51 | 92,371 mi |
| 2017 | 77% | 227 | 109,478 mi |
| 2015 | 70% | 341 | 118,471 mi |
| 2014 | 74% | 86 | 124,774 mi |
| 2013 | 69% | 71 | 132,287 mi |
| 2011 | 57% | 37 | 130,980 mi |
| 2010 | 76% | 33 | 143,721 mi |
| 2004 | 79% | 92 | 128,761 mi |
| 2003 | 75% | 36 | 129,916 mi |
| 2002 | 72% | 116 | 111,263 mi |
| 2001 | 69% | 159 | 113,168 mi |
| 2000 | 69% | 163 | 113,518 mi |
| 1999 | 75% | 84 | 134,044 mi |
| 1998 | 63% | 49 | 114,463 mi |
| 1996 | 69% | 42 | 90,740 mi |
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About the Mazda E series
The Mazda E series has been tested 1,587 times in 2024 MOT data across 15 model years (1996 to 2018), with an average pass rate of 71%. That's 11 points below the national average of 82%, so check the year-by-year data carefully before buying. Available as petrol and diesel.
Best and Worst Years
The 2004 model is the most reliable with a 79% pass rate from 92 tests. The 2011 model has the lowest at 57%. With a 22 point spread, choosing the right year makes a big difference to reliability.
Reliability Trend
The MAZDA E SERIES has maintained consistent MOT pass rates across model years, varying by only 0 percentage points.
Mileage Across Years
The oldest model in our data (1996) averages 90,740 miles, while the newest (2018) averages 92,371 miles.
Compared to the Mazda brand average of 81%, the E series is 10 points lower, placing it among the less reliable Mazda models.
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