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MOT pass rates, common failures, and reliability data for the Mazda Mx5 Nb. Check any Mx5 Nb by registration number below.

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93.6%

Avg Pass Rate

+10.3%

vs Mazda Avg

3

Year Ranges

Excellent

Reliability

Mazda Mx5 Nb — MOT Reliability Overview

The Mazda Mx5 Nb has an average MOT pass rate of 93.6%, which is 10.3 percentage points above the Mazda brand average of 83.3%. This is a strong result, indicating that the Mx5 Nb is well-engineered and tends to age well mechanically. Owners can expect fewer surprises at MOT time.

Before buying a used Mazda Mx5 Nb, 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 Nb performs at MOT across different model years.

2003

Based on 68 vehicles

92.6%Excellent
Mazda average: 83.3%

2002

Based on 86 vehicles

94.2%Excellent
Mazda average: 83.3%

2001

Based on 99 vehicles

93.9%Excellent
Mazda average: 83.3%

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 Nb

Mazda Mx5 Nb — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the Mazda Mx5 Nb MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the Mazda Mx5 Nb?
The average MOT pass rate for the Mazda Mx5 Nb is 93.6% 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 Nb?
Check the detailed breakdown on this page for specific failure data by year range.
Is the Mazda Mx5 Nb reliable?
With an average MOT pass rate of 93.6%, the Mazda Mx5 Nb 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 Nb?
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 Nb?
Mileage data for the Mazda Mx5 Nb is available in the detailed breakdown on this page.

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