Mazda MX5
Reliability, estimated running costs, and MOT data across 2 model years from 80 MOT tests in 2024.
Avg Pass Rate
82%
Total Tests
80
Model Years
2012 to 2016
Years Covered
2
About the Mazda MX5
The Mazda MX5 was MOT tested 80 times in 2024 (DVSA data, retests included) across 2 model years (2012 to 2016), with an average pass rate of 82%. That's close to the average of 82% across all models in our data. Our records list petrol versions.
Mileage Across Years
The oldest model in our data (2012) averages 35,968 miles, while the newest (2016) averages 113,609 miles.
Estimated Running Costs
Based on 7,400 miles/year, average pump prices of 174.57p petrol and 199.33p diesel (GOV.UK weekly road fuel prices, week of 19 October 2026), and MOT pass rate data. Insurance not included.
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Questions about the Mazda MX5
Is the Mazda MX5 reliable?
Across its 2 model years in our data (2012 to 2016), the Mazda MX5 averages an 82% MOT pass rate, from 80 tests (DVSA MOT data for tests in 2024, retests included). That's level with the average of 82% across all models in the same data.
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