Mazda Tribute

Reliability, estimated running costs, and MOT data across 3 model years from 181 MOT tests in 2024.

Avg Pass Rate

66%

Total Tests

181

Model Years

2002 to 2004

Years Covered

About the Mazda Tribute

The Mazda Tribute was MOT tested 181 times in 2024 (DVSA data, retests included) across 3 model years (2002 to 2004), with an average pass rate of 66%. That's 16 points below the average of 82% across all models in our data, so check the year-by-year data carefully before buying. Our records list petrol versions.

Mileage Across Years

The oldest model in our data (2002) averages 103,676 miles, while the newest (2004) averages 99,359 miles. Older models have covered serious mileage, so suspension and drivetrain wear are worth checking.

Compared to the Mazda brand average of 81%, the Tribute is 15 points lower, placing it among the less reliable Mazda models.

Estimated Running Costs

Fuel (Petrol, 1989cc)

£1,631

Road Tax

£325

MOT Test

£55

Predicted Repairs

Higher due to low pass rate

£700

Total per year£2,711

Per month£226/mo

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.

Full 2004 details

How reliable is the Mazda Tribute?

vs average of all models-16% (82% avg)

vs Mazda brand average-15% (81% avg)

Mazda Tribute by Year

Click any year to see detailed running costs, reliability data, and comparisons with similar cars.

Year	Pass Rate	Tests	Avg Mileage
2004	62%	81	99,359 mi
2003	65%	55	96,421 mi
2002	71%	45	103,676 mi

Questions about the Mazda Tribute

Is the Mazda Tribute reliable?

Across its 3 model years in our data (2002 to 2004), the Mazda Tribute averages a 66% MOT pass rate, from 181 tests (DVSA MOT data for tests in 2024, retests included). That's 16 points below the average of 82% across all models in the same data.