MAZDA MX-5 100TH ANNIVERSARY EDITION (2021)
Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 36 real MOT tests in 2024.
MOT Pass Rate
100%
Total Tests (2024)
36
Avg Mileage
11,045 mi
Est. Annual Cost
£1,772
Is the 2021 MAZDA MX-5 100TH ANNIVERSARY EDITION reliable?
Excellent reliability. Very few MOT failures. That's 18 points above the national average of 82%. It also outperforms the MAZDA brand average of 81%.
At 3 years old, 100% of MAZDA MX-5 100TH ANNIVERSARY EDITIONs from 2021 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 36 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 11,045 miles.
How does the 2021 MAZDA MX-5 100TH ANNIVERSARY EDITION compare?
Mileage Analysis
The average 2021 MAZDA MX-5 100TH ANNIVERSARY EDITION has 11,045 miles on the clock, which is significantly below the expected 22,200 miles for a 3-year-old car. Low-mileage examples may have spent time sitting unused, so check for issues like corroded brakes or perished rubber seals.
How much does a 2021 MAZDA MX-5 100TH ANNIVERSARY EDITION 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 MX-5 100TH ANNIVERSARY EDITION by Year
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About the 2021 MAZDA MX-5 100TH ANNIVERSARY EDITION
The 2021 MAZDA MX-5 100TH ANNIVERSARY EDITION is a family car with a 1998cc petrol engine. 36 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a rare model on UK roads. It ranks in the top 2% of all 2021 cars for reliability.
With an average of 11,045 miles at 3 years old, MAZDA MX-5 100TH ANNIVERSARY EDITION owners tend to use this car less than the typical driver. Very low mileage could mean the car has been garaged or used only for short trips, which can cause its own issues like battery drain and moisture buildup.
2021 MAZDA MX-5 100TH ANNIVERSARY EDITION 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 2021 MAZDA MX-5 100TH ANNIVERSARY EDITION?
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 100% pass rate. These cars rarely fail their MOT, so unexpected bills are less likely.
Buying a Used 2021 MAZDA MX-5 100TH ANNIVERSARY EDITION
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 36 tests in our data, these figures should be treated as indicative rather than definitive.
Alternatives to the 2021 MAZDA MX-5 100TH ANNIVERSARY EDITION
The MAZDA MX-5 100TH ANNIVERSARY EDITION is actually the most reliable option among similar petrol family cars from this era. Here are comparable petrol cars with similar engines:
- VOLKSWAGEN GOLF (2019) 92% pass rate (-8%) from 89,653 tests
- NISSAN QASHQAI (2020) 93% pass rate (-7%) from 52,321 tests
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- HYUNDAI TUCSON (2019) 90% pass rate (-10%) from 42,920 tests