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MOT pass rates, common failures, and reliability data for the Mazda MX5. Check any MX5 by registration number below.

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85.7%

Avg Pass Rate

+2.5%

vs Mazda Avg

5

Year Ranges

Excellent

Reliability

Mazda MX5 — MOT Reliability Overview

The Mazda MX5 has an average MOT pass rate of 85.7%, which is 2.5 percentage points above the Mazda brand average of 83.3%. This is a strong result, indicating that the MX5 is well-engineered and tends to age well mechanically. Owners can expect fewer surprises at MOT time.

Before buying a used Mazda MX5, 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 MX5 performs at MOT across different model years.

2016

Based on 41 vehicles

78.0%Good
Mazda average: 83.3%
Dangerous Defects

0.0%

Retest Rate

15.4%

2012

Based on 39 vehicles

82.1%Good
Mazda average: 83.3%
Dangerous Defects

0.0%

Retest Rate

100.0%

2002

Based on 75 vehicles

94.7%Excellent
Mazda average: 83.3%

2001

Based on 78 vehicles

94.9%Excellent
Mazda average: 83.3%

0

Based on 162 vehicles

79.0%Good
Mazda average: 83.3%
Mileage at 5yr

91k mi

Where Failures Occur

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

Front Offside

7.3%

Front Nearside

7.3%

Rear Offside

7.3%

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 MX5

Mazda MX5 — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the Mazda MX5 MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the Mazda MX5?
The average MOT pass rate for the Mazda MX5 is 85.7% 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 MX5?
Check the detailed breakdown on this page for specific failure data by year range.
Is the Mazda MX5 reliable?
With an average MOT pass rate of 85.7%, the Mazda MX5 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 MX5?
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 MX5?
Typical mileage for the Mazda MX5: 91,351 miles at 5 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used MX5 to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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