Mazda Common MOT Problems (2026)
Every Mazda model ranked by MOT fail rate, with the most common issues identified for each. Based on 957,775 real MOT tests.
Average Mazda MOT pass rate: 81%
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Avg pass rate
19%
Avg fail rate
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Models tested
Mazda Models with the Most MOT Problems
Highest average fail rates across all tested years
| # | Model | Fail Rate | Common Issues | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Mazda Tribute | 37% | Suspension wear, Brake disc corrosion, Structural corrosion | |
| 2 | Mazda Mpv | 33% | DPF/emissions, Injector wear, Suspension wear | |
| 3 | Mazda 5 | 29% | Suspension wear, Brake disc corrosion, Structural corrosion | |
| 4 | Mazda Bongo | 29% | Suspension wear, Structural corrosion, Exhaust deterioration | |
| 5 | Mazda Unclassified | 29% | DPF/emissions, Injector wear, Turbo issues |
Most Reliable Mazda Models
Lowest average fail rates; the Mazda models least likely to have MOT problems
| # | Model | Pass Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Mazda Mx-5 Rf Sport | 99% | |
| 2 | Mazda Mx-5 Sport Venture | 98% | |
| 3 | Mazda Mx-5 R-sport | 98% | |
| 4 | Mazda 2 Gt Sport Auto | 98% | |
| 5 | Mazda 2 Sport Auto | 95% |
All Mazda Models by Fail Rate
Every Mazda model and year combination, sorted by fail rate (highest first)
| Model | Year | Pass Rate | Fail Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mpv | 2008 | 48% | 47% | |
| 323 | 1993 | 54% | 46% | |
| 6 | 2002 | 54% | 44% | |
| Mpv | 2005 | 56% | 42% | |
| Mpv | 2006 | 59% | 40% | |
| Unclassified | 2007 | 60% | 39% | |
| Unclassified | 2009 | 61% | 39% | |
| 5 | 2005 | 61% | 38% | |
| Eunos | 2001 | 62% | 38% | |
| Tribute | 2004 | 62% | 38% | |
| Mpv | 2003 | 62% | 38% | |
| 6 | 2004 | 62% | 37% | |
| 6 | 2003 | 63% | 37% | |
| Bongo | 2010 | 64% | 36% | |
| 323 | 2002 | 64% | 36% | |
| Mx-6 | 1993 | 64% | 36% | |
| Bongo Friendee | 2014 | 61% | 36% | |
| 5 | 2006 | 64% | 35% | |
| Bongo | 2007 | 63% | 35% | |
| Bongo | 2009 | 63% | 35% | |
| Premacy | 2004 | 61% | 35% | |
| Unclassified | 2008 | 64% | 35% | |
| Mpv | 2010 | 63% | 35% | |
| Tribute | 2003 | 65% | 35% | |
| 5 | 2007 | 64% | 34% | |
| 6 | 2005 | 64% | 34% | |
| Bongo | 2008 | 66% | 34% | |
| Bongo | 2011 | 65% | 34% | |
| Bongo | 1995 | 64% | 34% | |
| Unclassified | 2005 | 63% | 34% | |
| Unclassified | 2006 | 66% | 34% | |
| Mpv | 2011 | 66% | 34% | |
| Premacy | 2001 | 66% | 34% | |
| Mpv | 2012 | 65% | 34% | |
| 3 | 2004 | 65% | 33% | |
| Bongo | 2013 | 65% | 33% | |
| Bongo | 1996 | 65% | 33% | |
| 626 | 2000 | 66% | 33% | |
| 626 | 2001 | 67% | 33% | |
| Mx-3 | 1996 | 65% | 33% | |
| Unclassified | 2014 | 66% | 33% | |
| Mx-6 | 1992 | 67% | 33% | |
| Mpv | 2009 | 65% | 33% | |
| 3 | 2005 | 67% | 32% | |
| 5 | 2008 | 67% | 32% | |
| Bongo | 2006 | 67% | 32% | |
| Unclassified | 2013 | 66% | 32% | |
| 3 | 2006 | 68% | 31% | |
| 5 | 2009 | 67% | 31% | |
| Bongo | 2014 | 68% | 31% |
Showing top 50 of 408 model/year combinations. View all Mazda models
Mazda MOT FAQ
What are the most common MOT problems on Mazda cars?
The most common MOT problems on Mazda cars vary by model and age, but typically include lighting defects, suspension wear, brake component deterioration, and tyre condition issues. Older Mazda diesels are more prone to exhaust and emissions failures. The Tribute has the highest average fail rate at 37%.
Which Mazda model is the most reliable?
The most reliable Mazda model in our data is the Mx-5 Rf Sport with an average MOT pass rate of 99%. View all Mazda models for full reliability data.
What is the average MOT pass rate for Mazda?
The average MOT pass rate for Mazda is 81%, based on 957,775 MOT tests across 92 models. This means about 19% of Mazda cars fail their MOT on the first attempt.
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