MAZDA MPV MOT pass rate
55.5% of 1,044 MAZDA MPV MOT tests pass.
The MPV passes 55.5% of the time, noticeably below the figure for the average across all MAZDA models (77.9%).
The MAZDA MPV passes 55.5% of the time, noticeably below the figure for the national average for cars (79.2%).
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Pass rate by vehicle age
Pass rate declines noticeably with age, from 64.0% at 6–10 years to 53.5% at 15+ years.
| Vehicle age | Pass rate | Tests | Average mileage |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0–3 years | too few tests (1) | 1 | no reading |
| 3–6 years | too few tests (9) | 9 | no reading |
| 6–10 years | 64.0% | 50 | 106,844 miles |
| 10–15 years | 56.4% | 367 | 138,574 miles |
| 15+ years | 53.5% | 617 | 148,653 miles |
Common MOT failure reasons for the MAZDA MPV
The most common reason the MAZDA MPV fails its MOT is suspension — present in 93.2% of failed tests, most often logged as "Prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength".
| Category | Share of failed tests | Example |
|---|---|---|
| Suspension | 93.2% | Prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength |
| Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment | 72.7% | Not working |
| Body, chassis, structure | 66.8% | Corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced |
| Brakes | 30.6% | Excessively binding |
| Visibility | 14.8% | Does not clear the windscreen effectively |
| Noise, emissions and leaks | 14.4% | Unable to be completed |
| Steering | 10.5% | Gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt |
| Seat belts and supplementary restraint systems | 9.2% | Prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced |
| Tyres | 5.4% | Tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm |
| Identification of the vehicle | 2.6% | Does not conform to the specified requirements |
Related MAZDA models
- MAZDA 2 — 75.2% pass rate
- MAZDA MX-5 — 78.9% pass rate
- MAZDA 3 — 74.5% pass rate
- MAZDA CX-5 — 85.9% pass rate
- MAZDA 6 — 75.4% pass rate
- MAZDA CX-3 — 89.1% pass rate
Frequently asked questions
- What is the MOT pass rate for the MAZDA MPV?
- 55.5% of MAZDA MPV MOT tests pass, based on 1,044 tests in the DVSA anonymised MOT tests and results dataset.
- What are the most common MOT failures for the MAZDA MPV?
- The most common reason the MAZDA MPV fails its MOT is suspension — present in 93.2% of failed tests, most often logged as "Prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength".
- Does this show the MAZDA MPV's service history?
- No — this is MOT test data, which covers roadworthiness, not servicing. A service history is a separate record of maintenance work, which a specific car only has if its owner has kept it. See the MAZDA service history guide for how to check and keep one.