Mazda Mx-5 rf se-l
Reliability, running costs, and MOT data across 2 years from 142 real MOT tests.
Avg Pass Rate
97%
Total Tests
142
Best Year
2021 (99%)
Years Covered
2
About the Mazda Mx-5 rf se-l
The Mazda Mx-5 rf se-l has been tested 142 times in 2026 MOT data across 2 model years (2020 to 2021), with an average pass rate of 97%. That's comfortably above the national average of 82%, making it a reliable choice. Available as petrol.
Best and Worst Years
The 2021 model is the most reliable with a 99% pass rate from 71 tests. The 2020 model has the lowest at 94%. With just a 5 point spread, the Mx-5 rf se-l is consistently reliable regardless of year.
Mileage Across Years
The oldest model in our data (2020) averages 18,626 miles, while the newest (2021) averages 18,251 miles.
Compared to the Mazda brand average of 81%, the Mx-5 rf se-l performs 16 points better, making it one of the more reliable options in the Mazda range.
Estimated Running Costs
Based on 7,400 miles/year, current fuel prices, and MOT pass rate data. Insurance not included.
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Mazda Mx-5 rf se-l by Year
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