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MOT pass rates, common failures, and reliability data for the Mazda 3 Sport Mhev. Check any 3 Sport Mhev by registration number below.

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92.0%

Avg Pass Rate

+8.7%

vs Mazda Avg

4

Year Ranges

Excellent

Reliability

Mazda 3 Sport Mhev — MOT Reliability Overview

The Mazda 3 Sport Mhev has an average MOT pass rate of 92.0%, which is 8.7 percentage points above the Mazda brand average of 83.3%. This is a strong result, indicating that the 3 Sport Mhev is well-engineered and tends to age well mechanically. Owners can expect fewer surprises at MOT time.

Before buying a used Mazda 3 Sport Mhev, we recommend checking the full MOT history, write-off status, outstanding finance, and stolen vehicle status. These checks can be done for free using the registration number.

MOT Pass Rate by Year

How the Mazda 3 Sport Mhev performs at MOT across different model years.

2021

Based on 42 vehicles

90.5%Excellent
Mazda average: 83.3%
Dangerous Defects

0.0%

Retest Rate

10.0%

Mileage at 3yr

37k mi

2020

Based on 87 vehicles

89.7%Excellent
Mazda average: 83.3%
Dangerous Defects

3.8%

Retest Rate

7.7%

Mileage at 3yr

35k mi

2019

Based on 63 vehicles

95.2%Excellent
Mazda average: 83.3%
Dangerous Defects

0.0%

Retest Rate

2.6%

Mileage at 5yr

82k mi

0

Based on 67 vehicles

92.5%Excellent
Mazda average: 83.3%
Mileage at 5yr

27k mi

Where Failures Occur

The areas of the vehicle most commonly flagged during MOT inspections.

Offside

2.4%

Front Nearside

2.4%

Front Offside

2.4%

Other Mazda Models

Compare MOT reliability across Mazda models.

Mazda Mx-30 Se-l Lux Ev

93.1% pass rate

Mazda 2 Se-l

100.0% pass rate

Mazda MPV

54.1% pass rate

Mazda E Series

65.9% pass rate

Mazda Premacy

88.7% pass rate

Mazda 5

73.3% pass rate

Useful MOT Guides

Common MOT Failures

The most common reasons UK vehicles fail their MOT — and how to prepare.

MOT Checklist

Pre-MOT checklist to improve your chances of passing first time.

Advisory vs Failure

Understanding the difference between MOT advisories and failures.

See detailed fault analysis for Mazda 3 Sport Mhev

Mazda 3 Sport Mhev — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the Mazda 3 Sport Mhev MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the Mazda 3 Sport Mhev?
The average MOT pass rate for the Mazda 3 Sport Mhev is 92.0% compared to the Mazda average of 83.3%. Pass rates vary by year — check the year-by-year breakdown on this page for details.
What are the most common MOT failures on a Mazda 3 Sport Mhev?
Check the detailed breakdown on this page for specific failure data by year range.
Is the Mazda 3 Sport Mhev reliable?
With an average MOT pass rate of 92.0%, the Mazda 3 Sport Mhev is rated as "Excellent" for reliability. This is a strong result suggesting good build quality and fewer common defects.
How do I check the MOT history of a Mazda 3 Sport Mhev?
Enter the vehicle's registration number in the search box at the top of this page. You will instantly see the complete MOT history including every test result, mileage readings, advisories, and dangerous defects — completely free.
What mileage should I expect on a Mazda 3 Sport Mhev?
Typical mileage for the Mazda 3 Sport Mhev: 36,771 miles at 3 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used 3 Sport Mhev to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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