Mazda MPV MOT Check

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

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56.3%

Avg Pass Rate

-23.2%

vs Mazda Avg

Year Ranges

Below Average

Reliability

Mazda MPV — MOT Reliability Overview

The Mazda MPV has an average MOT pass rate of 56.3%, which is 23.2 percentage points below the Mazda brand average of 79.6%. This suggests the MPV can be more maintenance-intensive than average. Pay close attention to the common failure points listed below if you are considering buying one.

The most common reasons a Mazda MPV fails its MOT are body, cab or chassis excessively corroded at a mounting point, the strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any sub-frame, spring or suspension component mounting (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired, vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is seriously reduced. If you are preparing your MPV for its MOT, checking these areas first could save you a retest fee. Our detailed fault analysis includes estimated repair costs for each failure type.

Before buying a used Mazda MPV, 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 MPV performs at MOT across different model years.

2014

Based on 93 vehicles

71.0%Average

Mazda average: 79.6%

Dangerous Defects

0.0%

Retest Rate

19.2%

Mileage at 10yr

170k mi

2013

Based on 114 vehicles

55.3%Below Average

Mazda average: 79.6%

Dangerous Defects

1.6%

Retest Rate

50.8%

Mileage at 10yr

225k mi

2012

Based on 120 vehicles

56.7%Below Average

Mazda average: 79.6%

Dangerous Defects

5.6%

Retest Rate

37.5%

2011

Based on 148 vehicles

64.2%Below Average

Mazda average: 79.6%

Dangerous Defects

4.3%

Retest Rate

24.7%

2010

Based on 133 vehicles

54.1%Below Average

Mazda average: 79.6%

Dangerous Defects

3.9%

Retest Rate

28.6%

2009

Based on 97 vehicles

57.7%Below Average

Mazda average: 79.6%

Dangerous Defects

5.1%

Retest Rate

16.9%

2008

Based on 183 vehicles

44.3%Poor

Mazda average: 79.6%

Dangerous Defects

5.3%

Retest Rate

31.0%

2007

Based on 154 vehicles

69.5%Average

Mazda average: 79.6%

Dangerous Defects

6.7%

Retest Rate

21.1%

2006

Based on 151 vehicles

51.7%Below Average

Mazda average: 79.6%

Dangerous Defects

9.0%

Retest Rate

31.5%

2005

Based on 126 vehicles

49.2%Poor

Mazda average: 79.6%

Dangerous Defects

4.3%

Retest Rate

28.6%

1999

Based on 33 vehicles

54.5%Below Average

Mazda average: 79.6%

Dangerous Defects

4.3%

Retest Rate

47.8%

1997

Based on 39 vehicles

41.0%Poor

Mazda average: 79.6%

Dangerous Defects

10.0%

Retest Rate

40.0%

1995

Based on 35 vehicles

62.9%Below Average

Mazda average: 79.6%

Dangerous Defects

12.0%

Retest Rate

16.0%

Top MOT Failures — Mazda MPV

The most common reasons a Mazda MPV fails its MOT, aggregated across all year ranges.

Body, cab or chassis excessively corroded at a mounting point

15.5%

The strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any sub-frame, spring or suspension component mounting (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired

15.1%

Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is seriously reduced

11.1%

The aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements

9.0%

A suspension joint dust cover missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc

7.9%

Mazda MPV Common Faults & Repair Costs

Where Failures Occur

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

Front Nearside

11.8%

Front Offside

10.8%

Nearside

7.5%

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 E Series

65.9% pass rate

Mazda Premacy

88.7% pass rate

Mazda 5

73.3% pass rate

Mazda MX-6

70.9% 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 MPV

Mazda MPV — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the Mazda MPV MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the Mazda MPV?

The average MOT pass rate for the Mazda MPV is 56.3% compared to the Mazda average of 79.6%. 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 MPV?

The most common MOT failures on the Mazda MPV are: Body, cab or chassis excessively corroded at a mounting point (15.5%), The strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any sub-frame, spring or suspension component mounting (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired (15.1%), Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is seriously reduced (11.1%). These are the components most likely to cause an MOT failure.

Is the Mazda MPV reliable?

With an average MOT pass rate of 56.3%, the Mazda MPV is rated as "Below Average" for reliability. This suggests more frequent issues — pay close attention to the common failures listed on this page when buying or maintaining this model.

How do I check the MOT history of a Mazda MPV?

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 MPV?

Typical mileage for the Mazda MPV: 170,066 miles at 10 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used MPV to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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