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Mazda CX-7 MOT pass rate and common problems

63.5% of Mazda CX-7s passed the 2024 MOT (based on 1,292 first tests): 57.0% at the first attempt and 6.5% after a fix at the test centre (PRS). About 2 in 5 failed the first attempt. For its age, it fails 8% more often than normal: MOT Risk Index 107.7 (95% CI 101.0–114.5; 100 = normal).

Mazda CX-7 at a glance, 2024 MOT
MeasureValueUnitCompared withYearsTests
MOT pass rate63.5%incl. 6.5% fixed at the test centre20241292
Passed at the first attempt57.0%all first tests20241292
MOT Risk Index (95% CI 101.0–114.5)107.7index100 = normal for its age · rank 537 of 761 (1 = fails least for its age)20241292
Biggest excess: Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment34.6per 10023.2 same-age2019–202411865
Dangerous defects16.5per 10011.2 UK, not age-adjusted2019–202411865
Advisory items160.7per 100127.1 UK, not age-adjusted2019–202411865
strip · Mazda CX-7 · MOT Risk Index · 107.7 vs 100 = normal · 2024
MOT Risk Index · Mazda CX-7. 0–240; 100 = normal for its age; median model 92.8 · rank 537 of 761 (1 = fails least for its age). It would rank between 469 and 600 anywhere within its 95% interval, other models held where they are. DVSA, 2024.
Mazda CX-7 index position among 761 models
MeasureValueUnitCompared withYearsTests
Rank537of 761published models, 1 = fails least for its age20241292
Best rank within its 95% interval469rankother models held where they are20241292
Worst rank within its 95% interval600rankother models held where they are20241292

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Data release dvsa-2024-v2 (24 Sep 2026) · full dataset (v5). This model's index changed from 105.0 to 107.7 in the 24 September 2026 release, after duplicate test records were removed.

What actually fails on a Mazda CX-7 MOT, and how often?

Mazda CX-7 MOTs fail most often on ‘lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment’: 34.6 per 100 tests, against 23.2 for UK cars of the same age (2019–2024, n = 11,865).

bar · Mazda CX-7 · Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment · 34.6 vs 23.2 · 2019–2024
DVSA MOT bulk data, 24 Sep 2026.
Mazda CX-7: the numbers behind this answer (2019–2024)
MeasureValueUnitCompared withYearsTests
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment34.6per 10023.22019–20244102
Suspension24.2per 10021.32019–20242875
Brakes21.2per 10014.52019–20242515
Steering11.9per 1003.72019–20241411
Tyres9.6per 10010.32019–20241138
Visibility7.7per 1008.82019–2024913

Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: 2019–2024 · n = 11,865 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV

Will my Mazda CX-7's advisory become a fail at the next MOT?

Mazda CX-7 advisories turn into fails more often than on the median model: steering advisories became a fail at the next MOT 24.4% of the time.

funnel · Mazda CX-7 · Steering · 24.4 vs median model · 2019–2024
Advisories on steering: 24.4 of 100 became a fail on the same item at the next MOT. DVSA MOT bulk data, 24 Sep 2026.
Mazda CX-7: the numbers behind this answer (2019–2024)
MeasureValueUnitCompared withYearsTests
Steering24.4% next failmedian model2019–2024553
Suspension21.3% next failmedian model2019–20241892
Brakes17.0% next failmedian model2019–20241993
Tyres9.8% next failmedian model2019–20242319
Noise, emissions and leaks7.2% next failmedian model2019–2024524
Non-component advisories0% next failmedian model2019–2024618

Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: 2019–2024 · n = 1,292 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV

My Mazda CX-7 got an MOT advisory: what gets flagged most?

Mazda CX-7 MOTs flag suspension most: 47.1 advisories per 100 tests, against 26.2 across UK tests (2019–2024, n = 11,865).

bar · Mazda CX-7 · Suspension · 47.1 vs 26.2 · 2019–2024
DVSA MOT bulk data, 24 Sep 2026.
Mazda CX-7: the numbers behind this answer (2019–2024)
MeasureValueUnitCompared withYearsTests
Suspension47.1per 10026.22019–20245593
Tyres44.1per 10039.72019–20245233
Brakes35.5per 10034.72019–20244214
Non-component advisories7.6per 1007.82019–2024901
Noise, emissions and leaks7.3per 1005.22019–2024863
Steering6.6per 1001.82019–2024781

Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: 2019–2024 · n = 11,865 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV

What is likely to fail next on a Mazda CX-7?

For Mazda CX-7s aged 9 to 11 whose last MOT was a fail, the item most likely to fail at the next MOT is ‘lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment’: 23.7% failed on it (2019–2024, n = 1,988).

bar · Mazda CX-7 · Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment, 6 to 8 years old, after a pass · 11.9 vs baseline · 2019–2024
DVSA MOT bulk data, 24 Sep 2026.
Mazda CX-7: the numbers behind this answer (2019–2024)
MeasureValueUnitCompared withYearsTests
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment, 6 to 8 years old, after a pass11.9% next fail2019–2024657
Suspension, 6 to 8 years old, after a pass8.7% next fail2019–2024657
Brakes, 6 to 8 years old, after a pass8.2% next fail2019–2024657
Steering, 6 to 8 years old, after a pass6.7% next fail2019–2024657
Tyres, 6 to 8 years old, after a pass5.5% next fail2019–2024657
Visibility, 6 to 8 years old, after a pass4.7% next fail2019–2024657
Body, chassis, structure, 6 to 8 years old, after a pass2.7% next fail2019–2024657
Noise, emissions and leaks, 6 to 8 years old, after a pass1.2% next fail2019–2024657
Full table
Further values · 2019–2024
MeasureValueUnitCompared withYearsTests
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment, 6 to 8 years old, after an advisory (rough estimate: 440 cars)17.1% next fail2019–2024440
Brakes, 6 to 8 years old, after an advisory (rough estimate: 440 cars)13.0% next fail2019–2024440
Suspension, 6 to 8 years old, after an advisory (rough estimate: 440 cars)10% next fail2019–2024440
Steering, 6 to 8 years old, after an advisory (rough estimate: 440 cars)9.1% next fail2019–2024440
Visibility, 6 to 8 years old, after an advisory (rough estimate: 440 cars)7.7% next fail2019–2024440
Tyres, 6 to 8 years old, after an advisory (rough estimate: 440 cars)5.7% next fail2019–2024440
Noise, emissions and leaks, 6 to 8 years old, after an advisory (rough estimate: 440 cars)2.1% next fail2019–2024440
Body, chassis, structure, 6 to 8 years old, after an advisory (rough estimate: 440 cars)1.6% next fail2019–2024440
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment, 6 to 8 years old, after a fail15.4% next fail2019–2024518
Suspension, 6 to 8 years old, after a fail14.5% next fail2019–2024518
Brakes, 6 to 8 years old, after a fail14.3% next fail2019–2024518
Steering, 6 to 8 years old, after a fail8.5% next fail2019–2024518
Visibility, 6 to 8 years old, after a fail7.5% next fail2019–2024518
Tyres, 6 to 8 years old, after a fail7.3% next fail2019–2024518
Noise, emissions and leaks, 6 to 8 years old, after a fail2.7% next fail2019–2024518
Body, chassis, structure, 6 to 8 years old, after a fail2.5% next fail2019–2024518
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment, 9 to 11 years old, after a pass15.4% next fail2019–20241570
Suspension, 9 to 11 years old, after a pass14.0% next fail2019–20241570
Brakes, 9 to 11 years old, after a pass11.2% next fail2019–20241570
Steering, 9 to 11 years old, after a pass10.1% next fail2019–20241570
Visibility, 9 to 11 years old, after a pass5.0% next fail2019–20241570
Tyres, 9 to 11 years old, after a pass4.0% next fail2019–20241570
Noise, emissions and leaks, 9 to 11 years old, after a pass3.3% next fail2019–20241570
Body, chassis, structure, 9 to 11 years old, after a pass2.6% next fail2019–20241570
Road wheels, 9 to 11 years old, after a pass0.4% next fail2019–20241570
Seat belts and supplementary restraint systems, 9 to 11 years old, after a pass0.3% next fail2019–20241570
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment, 9 to 11 years old, after an advisory21.4% next fail2019–20241423
Suspension, 9 to 11 years old, after an advisory15.7% next fail2019–20241423
Brakes, 9 to 11 years old, after an advisory11.9% next fail2019–20241423
Steering, 9 to 11 years old, after an advisory10.8% next fail2019–20241423
Tyres, 9 to 11 years old, after an advisory6.5% next fail2019–20241423
Visibility, 9 to 11 years old, after an advisory6.5% next fail2019–20241423
Body, chassis, structure, 9 to 11 years old, after an advisory4.2% next fail2019–20241423
Noise, emissions and leaks, 9 to 11 years old, after an advisory3.6% next fail2019–20241423
Seat belts and supplementary restraint systems, 9 to 11 years old, after an advisory0.5% next fail2019–20241423
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment, 9 to 11 years old, after a fail23.7% next fail2019–20241988
Suspension, 9 to 11 years old, after a fail18.7% next fail2019–20241988
Brakes, 9 to 11 years old, after a fail15.2% next fail2019–20241988
Steering, 9 to 11 years old, after a fail11.4% next fail2019–20241988
Visibility, 9 to 11 years old, after a fail7.2% next fail2019–20241988
Tyres, 9 to 11 years old, after a fail6.8% next fail2019–20241988
Body, chassis, structure, 9 to 11 years old, after a fail4.8% next fail2019–20241988
Noise, emissions and leaks, 9 to 11 years old, after a fail4.7% next fail2019–20241988
Road wheels, 9 to 11 years old, after a fail0.7% next fail2019–20241988
Seat belts and supplementary restraint systems, 9 to 11 years old, after a fail0.4% next fail2019–20241988
Identification of the vehicle, 9 to 11 years old, after a fail0.3% next fail2019–20241988
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment, 12 to 14 years old, after a pass21.1% next fail2019–2024653
Suspension, 12 to 14 years old, after a pass13.8% next fail2019–2024653
Brakes, 12 to 14 years old, after a pass11.5% next fail2019–2024653
Steering, 12 to 14 years old, after a pass9.7% next fail2019–2024653
Visibility, 12 to 14 years old, after a pass5.7% next fail2019–2024653
Tyres, 12 to 14 years old, after a pass4.9% next fail2019–2024653
Noise, emissions and leaks, 12 to 14 years old, after a pass4.8% next fail2019–2024653
Body, chassis, structure, 12 to 14 years old, after a pass4.1% next fail2019–2024653
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment, 12 to 14 years old, after an advisory26.9% next fail2019–2024785
Suspension, 12 to 14 years old, after an advisory17.6% next fail2019–2024785
Brakes, 12 to 14 years old, after an advisory15.8% next fail2019–2024785
Steering, 12 to 14 years old, after an advisory8.9% next fail2019–2024785
Tyres, 12 to 14 years old, after an advisory7.8% next fail2019–2024785
Body, chassis, structure, 12 to 14 years old, after an advisory7.4% next fail2019–2024785
Noise, emissions and leaks, 12 to 14 years old, after an advisory6.6% next fail2019–2024785
Visibility, 12 to 14 years old, after an advisory5.6% next fail2019–2024785
Road wheels, 12 to 14 years old, after an advisory0.6% next fail2019–2024785
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment, 12 to 14 years old, after a fail31.0% next fail2019–20241149
Suspension, 12 to 14 years old, after a fail19.6% next fail2019–20241149
Brakes, 12 to 14 years old, after a fail17.5% next fail2019–20241149
Steering, 12 to 14 years old, after a fail11.0% next fail2019–20241149
Noise, emissions and leaks, 12 to 14 years old, after a fail8.4% next fail2019–20241149
Tyres, 12 to 14 years old, after a fail8.4% next fail2019–20241149
Visibility, 12 to 14 years old, after a fail7.5% next fail2019–20241149
Body, chassis, structure, 12 to 14 years old, after a fail6.0% next fail2019–20241149
Seat belts and supplementary restraint systems, 12 to 14 years old, after a fail1.3% next fail2019–20241149
Road wheels, 12 to 14 years old, after a fail0.4% next fail2019–20241149
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment, 15 to 19 years old, after a pass (rough estimate: 43 cars)16.3% next fail2019–202443
Brakes, 15 to 19 years old, after a pass (rough estimate: 43 cars)11.6% next fail2019–202443
Noise, emissions and leaks, 15 to 19 years old, after a pass (rough estimate: 43 cars)11.6% next fail2019–202443
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment, 15 to 19 years old, after an advisory (rough estimate: 79 cars)32.9% next fail2019–202479
Suspension, 15 to 19 years old, after an advisory (rough estimate: 79 cars)17.7% next fail2019–202479
Body, chassis, structure, 15 to 19 years old, after an advisory (rough estimate: 79 cars)10.1% next fail2019–202479
Brakes, 15 to 19 years old, after an advisory (rough estimate: 79 cars)10.1% next fail2019–202479
Noise, emissions and leaks, 15 to 19 years old, after an advisory (rough estimate: 79 cars)7.6% next fail2019–202479
Tyres, 15 to 19 years old, after an advisory (rough estimate: 79 cars)7.6% next fail2019–202479
Steering, 15 to 19 years old, after an advisory (rough estimate: 79 cars)6.3% next fail2019–202479
Visibility, 15 to 19 years old, after an advisory (rough estimate: 79 cars)6.3% next fail2019–202479
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment, 15 to 19 years old, after a fail (rough estimate: 107 cars)33.6% next fail2019–2024107
Suspension, 15 to 19 years old, after a fail (rough estimate: 107 cars)15.9% next fail2019–2024107
Brakes, 15 to 19 years old, after a fail (rough estimate: 107 cars)12.2% next fail2019–2024107
Noise, emissions and leaks, 15 to 19 years old, after a fail (rough estimate: 107 cars)12.2% next fail2019–2024107
Visibility, 15 to 19 years old, after a fail (rough estimate: 107 cars)10.3% next fail2019–2024107
Steering, 15 to 19 years old, after a fail (rough estimate: 107 cars)9.3% next fail2019–2024107
Body, chassis, structure, 15 to 19 years old, after a fail (rough estimate: 107 cars)8.4% next fail2019–2024107
Tyres, 15 to 19 years old, after a fail (rough estimate: 107 cars)5.6% next fail2019–2024107

Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: 2019–2024 · n = 1,292 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV

How often does a Mazda CX-7 get a dangerous MOT defect?

The Mazda CX-7 gets a dangerous defect more often than the UK average: 16.5 per 100 first tests against 11.2 across the UK. A dangerous defect means the vehicle should not be driven away until it is fixed. In the same tests, 79.6 major and 25.1 minor defects were recorded per 100 tests (one test can record several).

bullet · Mazda CX-7 · Dangerous defects · 16.5 vs 11.2 · 2019–2024
Dangerous defects: 16.5 vs 11.2. DVSA MOT bulk data, 24 Sep 2026.
Mazda CX-7: the numbers behind this answer (2019–2024)
MeasureValueUnitCompared withYearsTests
Dangerous defects16.5per 10011.22019–202411865

Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: 2019–2024 · n = 11,865 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id; severity not recorded for some 2018–2021 tests · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV

Will my Mazda CX-7 still pass its MOT in a few years?

First-time MOT failures for the Mazda CX-7 go from 38.2% at age 12 (rough estimate: 131 tests, 95% interval 30.3–46.7%) to 46.9% at age 17 (rough estimate: 96 tests, 95% interval 37.2–56.8%), against 43.1% for all cars aged 17 (rough estimate: 96 tests, 95% interval 37.2–56.8%) (2024, n = 1,292).

line · Mazda CX-7 · Age 12 (rough estimate: 131 tests, 95% interval 30.3–46.7%) · 38.2 vs 35.7 · 2024
Age 12 (rough esti: 38.2. Age 17 (rough esti: 46.9. DVSA MOT bulk data, 24 Sep 2026.
Mazda CX-7: the numbers behind this answer (2024)
MeasureValueUnitCompared withYearsTests
Age 12 (rough estimate: 131 tests, 95% interval 30.3–46.7%)38.2% failed first time35.72024131
Age 13 (rough estimate: 354 tests, 95% interval 35.4–45.6%)40.4% failed first time38.22024354
Age 14 (rough estimate: 389 tests, 95% interval 40.6–50.5%)45.5% failed first time40.42024389
Age 15 (rough estimate: 175 tests, 95% interval 36.3–50.8%)43.4% failed first time41.62024175
Age 16 (rough estimate: 142 tests, 95% interval 37.1–53.3%)45.1% failed first time43.12024142
Age 17 (rough estimate: 96 tests, 95% interval 37.2–56.8%)46.9% failed first time43.1202496

Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: 2024 · n = 1,292 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV

How does the Mazda CX-7 compare with cars of its own age and size?

At every age shown, Mazda CX-7s fail first time more often than comparable models of the same size class; the biggest difference is at age 7, where they fail more often: 35% against 18.2% (2024, n = 180).

line · Mazda CX-7 · Age 7 · 35 vs 18.2 · 2024
Age 7: 35. Age 16: 46.2. DVSA MOT bulk data, 24 Sep 2026.
Mazda CX-7: the numbers behind this answer (2024)
MeasureValueUnitCompared withYearsTests
Age 735% fail18.22024180
Age 828.5% fail20.52024752
Age 937.6% fail23.120241434
Age 1039.6% fail25.620241739
Age 1139.8% fail28.220242014
Age 1242.6% fail30.520242062
Age 1342.6% fail32.620241660
Age 1446.2% fail34.620241086
Full table
Further values · 2024
MeasureValueUnitCompared withYearsTests
Age 1547.0% fail36.02024540
Age 1646.2% fail37.12024288

Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: 2024 · n = 1,292 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV

Which Mazda CX-7 years should I avoid?

Mazda CX-7 build years range from index 92.5 to 108.5 against the model's own age norm of 100 (2019–2024, n = 1,292).

No Mazda CX-7 build year stands out once age is allowed for; every year's interval includes normal.

bar · Mazda CX-7 · Build year 2007 (rough estimate: 486 tests, 95% interval 94.4–122.7) · 108.5 vs 100 = normal · 2019–2024
DVSA MOT bulk data, 24 Sep 2026.
Mazda CX-7: the numbers behind this answer (2019–2024)
MeasureValueUnitCompared withYearsTests
Build year 2007 (rough estimate: 486 tests, 95% interval 94.4–122.7)108.5index vs own age100 = normal2019–2024486
Build year 2008 (rough estimate: 1,064 tests, 95% interval 97.9–117.2)107.6index vs own age100 = normal2019–20241064
Build year 2009 (rough estimate: 1,321 tests, 95% interval 98.8–116.3)107.5index vs own age100 = normal2019–20241321
Build year 2010 (rough estimate: 3,091 tests, 95% interval 94.8–106.0)100.4index vs own age100 = normal2019–20243091
Build year 2011 (rough estimate: 2,883 tests, 95% interval 89.7–101.3)95.5index vs own age100 = normal2019–20242883
Build year 2012 (rough estimate: 804 tests, 95% interval 81.5–103.6)92.5index vs own age100 = normal2019–2024804

Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: 2019–2024 · n = 1,292 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV

How much does it cost to fix a Mazda CX-7 MOT fail?

Expected repair cost per Mazda CX-7 MOT: about £132 (up to about £252 if more expensive parts are needed), from the chance of failing each item and its most common UK repair price (catalogue estimate, n = 1,292).

Computed, not measured.

bar · Mazda CX-7 · Expected repair bill · 132.4 vs modal price catalogue · price catalogue
DVSA MOT bulk data, 24 Sep 2026.
Mazda CX-7: the numbers behind this answer (price catalogue)
MeasureValueUnitCompared withYearsTests
Expected repair bill132.4GBP estimatemodal price catalogueprice catalogue1292
Estimated range lower132.4GBP estimatemodal price catalogueprice catalogue1292
Estimated range upper251.6GBP estimatemodal price catalogueprice catalogue1292
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment: Battery replacement (standard 12V lead-acid)48.4GBP expected contribution140price catalogue1292
Suspension: Suspension coil spring (single corner)43.6GBP expected contribution180price catalogue1292
Brakes: Front brake pads (parts + labour, typical hatchback)31.8GBP expected contribution150price catalogue1292
Tyres: Tyre (single mid-range 16" fitted)8.6GBP expected contribution90price catalogue1292

Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: price catalogue · n = 1,292 (initial tests) · Method: computed estimate, not measured · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV

Is the Mazda CX-7 more reliable than similar cars?

Of 8 similar models, 4 fail less often for their age than the Mazda CX-7 and 4 as often or more. The Mazda CX-7 has an MOT Risk Index of 107.7, where 100 = normal for its age (2024, n = 1,292).

bar · Mazda CX-7 · Mazda CX-7 (this model) · 107.7 vs 100 = normal · 2024
DVSA MOT bulk data, 24 Sep 2026.
Mazda CX-7: the numbers behind this answer (2024)
MeasureValueUnitCompared withYearsTests
Mazda CX-7 (this model)107.7index100 = normal20241292
Mazda B2500100.9index107.720241632
Nissan Pickup111.2index107.720241297
Nissan Terrano104.3index107.720241462
Mitsubishi Delica112.1index107.720241342
Peugeot 4007112.6index107.720241367
Citroen C-Crosser104.7index107.720241698
Daihatsu Fourtrak113.7index107.720241291
Full table
Further values · 2024
MeasureValueUnitCompared withYearsTests
Chrysler PT105.4index107.720241916

Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: 2024 · n = 1,292 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV

How many miles does a Mazda CX-7 normally do?

Mazda CX-7: Age 12 median (rough estimate) is 93775 miles (2024).

line · Mazda CX-7 · Age 12 median (rough estimate) · 93775 vs baseline · 2024
Age 12 median (rou: 93775. Age 17 P75 (rough : 123050. DVSA MOT bulk data, 24 Sep 2026.
Mazda CX-7: the numbers behind this answer (2024)
MeasureValueUnitCompared withYearsTests
Age 12 median (rough estimate)93775miles2024131
Age 12 P25 (rough estimate)75250miles2024131
Age 12 P75 (rough estimate)121570miles2024131
Age 13 median (rough estimate)99802miles2024354
Age 13 P25 (rough estimate)82955miles2024354
Age 13 P75 (rough estimate)125378miles2024354
Age 14 median (rough estimate)105850miles2024389
Age 14 P25 (rough estimate)89549miles2024389
Full table
Further values · 2024
MeasureValueUnitCompared withYearsTests
Age 14 P75 (rough estimate)123948miles2024389
Age 15 median (rough estimate)106490miles2024175
Age 15 P25 (rough estimate)88340miles2024175
Age 15 P75 (rough estimate)122451miles2024175
Age 16 median (rough estimate)100626miles2024142
Age 16 P25 (rough estimate)86598miles2024142
Age 16 P75 (rough estimate)114569miles2024142
Age 17 median (rough estimate)108506miles202496
Age 17 P25 (rough estimate)83587miles202496
Age 17 P75 (rough estimate)123050miles202496

Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: 2024 · n = 1,292 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV

Does high mileage mean more Mazda CX-7 MOT failures at the same age?

At ages 10–14, 38.6% of Mazda CX-7s with 40,000 to 70,000 miles failed first time, against 46.5% of those with over 140,000 miles (2024, n = 189). No clear mileage gap inside this age group, among cars still being tested.

bar · Mazda CX-7 · Age 10–14, 40-70k miles (rough estimate: 88 tests, 95% interval 29.1–49.1%) · 38.6 vs baseline · 2024
DVSA MOT bulk data, 24 Sep 2026.
Mazda CX-7: the numbers behind this answer (2024)
MeasureValueUnitCompared withYearsTests
Age 10–14, 40-70k miles (rough estimate: 88 tests, 95% interval 29.1–49.1%)38.6% failed first time202488
Age 10–14, 70-100k miles (rough estimate: 304 tests, 95% interval 35.1–46.1%)40.5% failed first time2024304
Age 10–14, 100-140k miles (rough estimate: 370 tests, 95% interval 39.3–49.4%)44.3% failed first time2024370
Age 10–14, 140k+ miles (rough estimate: 101 tests, 95% interval 37.1–56.2%)46.5% failed first time2024101
Age 15+, 70-100k miles (rough estimate: 149 tests, 95% interval 33.4–49%)40.9% failed first time2024149
Age 15+, 100-140k miles (rough estimate: 188 tests, 95% interval 39.8–53.9%)46.8% failed first time2024188

Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: 2024 · n = 1,292 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV

How many miles does a Mazda CX-7 last?

37.0% of Mazda CX-7s tested had reached 100,000 miles, and 2.9% had reached 150,000 (2024, n = 4,393).

line · Mazda CX-7 · 100,000 miles · 37.0 vs baseline · 2024
100,000 miles: 37.0. 200,000 miles (rou: 0.2. DVSA MOT bulk data, 24 Sep 2026.
Mazda CX-7: the numbers behind this answer (2024)
MeasureValueUnitCompared withYearsTests
100,000 miles37.0% of tested cars20244393
150,000 miles (rough estimate: 348 tests, 95% interval 2.6–3.3%)2.9% of tested cars2024348
200,000 miles (rough estimate: 23 tests, 95% interval 0.1–0.3%)0.2% of tested cars202423

Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: 2024 · n = 1,292 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV

Is the Mazda CX-7 driven more or less than average, and does that change the picture?

Matched on annual mileage as well as age, the Mazda CX-7 index is 105.6, against 110.7 on age alone (2019–2024, n = 1,292).

slope · Mazda CX-7 · Age and mileage adjusted index · 105.6 vs 110.7 · 2019–2024
Age and mileage adjusted index: 110.7 vs 105.6. DVSA MOT bulk data, 24 Sep 2026.
Mazda CX-7: the numbers behind this answer (2019–2024)
MeasureValueUnitCompared withYearsTests
Age and mileage adjusted index105.6index110.72019–20241292

Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: 2019–2024 · n = 1,292 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV

Which Mazda CX-7 engine is best?

For its age, the best Mazda CX-7 engine is the diesel over 2.0 litre at index 97.7, and the worst the petrol over 2.0 litre at 104.6, where 100 = the model's own average (2024, n = 1,292).

bar · Mazda CX-7 · Diesel over 2.0 litre · 97.7 vs 100 = model average · 2024
DVSA MOT bulk data, 24 Sep 2026.
Mazda CX-7: the numbers behind this answer (2024)
MeasureValueUnitCompared withYearsTests
Diesel over 2.0 litre97.7index vs model norm100 = model average20248110
Petrol over 2.0 litre (rough estimate: 3,693 tests, 95% interval 100.9–108.3)104.6index vs model norm100 = model average20243693

Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: 2024 · n = 1,292 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV

Where in Britain does the Mazda CX-7 fail its MOT most?

Mazda CX-7 fails first-time MOTs most in Kirkcaldy (KY): 53.8% against 40.7% across Britain for this model, both 2019–2024 (2024, n = 119).

bar · Mazda CX-7 · Kirkcaldy (KY) (rough estimate: 119 tests, 95% interval 44.8–62.5%) · 53.8 vs 43.0 · 2024
DVSA MOT bulk data, 24 Sep 2026.
Mazda CX-7: the numbers behind this answer (2024)
MeasureValueUnitCompared withYearsTests
Kirkcaldy (KY) (rough estimate: 119 tests, 95% interval 44.8–62.5%)53.8% fail first time43.02024119
Guildford (GU) (rough estimate: 148 tests, 95% interval 44.7–60.6%)52.7% fail first time43.02024148
Swindon (SN) (rough estimate: 127 tests, 95% interval 41.1–58.2%)49.6% fail first time43.02024127
Liverpool (L) (rough estimate: 124 tests, 95% interval 18.9–34.2%)25.8% fail first time43.02024124
London SE (SE) (rough estimate: 128 tests, 95% interval 21.1–36.5%)28.1% fail first time43.02024128
Peterborough (PE) (rough estimate: 216 tests, 95% interval 22.7–34.6%)28.2% fail first time43.02024216
Bath (BA) (rough estimate: 111 tests, 95% interval 40.4–58.7%)49.5% fail first time43.02024111
Nottingham (NG) (rough estimate: 256 tests, 95% interval 42.8–54.9%)48.8% fail first time43.02024256
Full table
Further values · 2024
MeasureValueUnitCompared withYearsTests
Aberdeen (AB) (rough estimate: 158 tests, 95% interval 39.2–54.6%)46.8% fail first time43.02024158
Portsmouth (PO) (rough estimate: 192 tests, 95% interval 39.4–53.4%)46.4% fail first time43.02024192
Brighton (BN) (rough estimate: 123 tests, 95% interval 37.8–55.1%)46.3% fail first time43.02024123
Glasgow (G) (rough estimate: 299 tests, 95% interval 40.6–51.8%)46.1% fail first time43.02024299
Bradford (BD) (rough estimate: 135 tests, 95% interval 37.8–54.3%)45.9% fail first time43.02024135
Gloucester (GL) (rough estimate: 138 tests, 95% interval 37.6–54.0%)45.6% fail first time43.02024138
Southampton (SO) (rough estimate: 160 tests, 95% interval 37.5–52.7%)45% fail first time43.02024160
Cardiff (CF) (rough estimate: 218 tests, 95% interval 38.5–51.6%)45.0% fail first time43.02024218
Cleveland (TS) (rough estimate: 134 tests, 95% interval 36.6–53.2%)44.8% fail first time43.02024134
York (YO) (rough estimate: 132 tests, 95% interval 36.5–53.2%)44.7% fail first time43.02024132
Northampton (NN) (rough estimate: 177 tests, 95% interval 36.4–50.9%)43.5% fail first time43.02024177
Doncaster (DN) (rough estimate: 136 tests, 95% interval 35.3–51.8%)43.4% fail first time43.02024136
Redhill (RH) (rough estimate: 130 tests, 95% interval 34.9–51.7%)43.1% fail first time43.02024130
Chelmsford (CM) (rough estimate: 128 tests, 95% interval 34.7–51.6%)43.0% fail first time43.02024128
Leeds (LS) (rough estimate: 110 tests, 95% interval 33.9–52.1%)42.7% fail first time43.02024110
Bristol (BS) (rough estimate: 202 tests, 95% interval 36.0–49.5%)42.6% fail first time43.02024202
Tonbridge (TN) (rough estimate: 158 tests, 95% interval 35.0–50.2%)42.4% fail first time43.02024158
Reading (RG) (rough estimate: 180 tests, 95% interval 35.2–49.5%)42.2% fail first time43.02024180
Shrewsbury (SY) (rough estimate: 101 tests, 95% interval 32.4–51.3%)41.6% fail first time43.02024101
Medway (ME) (rough estimate: 142 tests, 95% interval 33.8–49.8%)41.5% fail first time43.02024142
Oxford (OX) (rough estimate: 164 tests, 95% interval 33.6–48.5%)40.9% fail first time43.02024164
Edinburgh (EH) (rough estimate: 148 tests, 95% interval 33.0–48.6%)40.5% fail first time43.02024148
Stockport (SK) (rough estimate: 109 tests, 95% interval 31.6–49.8%)40.4% fail first time43.02024109
Swansea (SA) (rough estimate: 105 tests, 95% interval 31.1–49.6%)40% fail first time43.02024105
Ipswich (IP) (rough estimate: 116 tests, 95% interval 31.2–48.8%)39.7% fail first time43.02024116
Chester (CH) (rough estimate: 148 tests, 95% interval 31.7–47.2%)39.2% fail first time43.02024148
Leicester (LE) (rough estimate: 171 tests, 95% interval 32.2–46.7%)39.2% fail first time43.02024171
Luton (LU) (rough estimate: 129 tests, 95% interval 30.1–46.6%)38.0% fail first time43.02024129
Bournemouth (BH) (rough estimate: 149 tests, 95% interval 30.2–45.6%)37.6% fail first time43.02024149
Southend-on-Sea (SS) (rough estimate: 112 tests, 95% interval 29.1–46.7%)37.5% fail first time43.02024112
Croydon (CR) (rough estimate: 101 tests, 95% interval 27.9–46.4%)36.6% fail first time43.02024101
Newport (NP) (rough estimate: 115 tests, 95% interval 28.3–45.6%)36.5% fail first time43.02024115
Sheffield (S) (rough estimate: 324 tests, 95% interval 31.4–41.8%)36.4% fail first time43.02024324
Newcastle (NE) (rough estimate: 288 tests, 95% interval 30.4–41.4%)35.8% fail first time43.02024288
Manchester (M) (rough estimate: 171 tests, 95% interval 27.8–41.9%)34.5% fail first time43.02024171
Coventry (CV) (rough estimate: 141 tests, 95% interval 26.7–42.2%)34.0% fail first time43.02024141
Derby (DE) (rough estimate: 160 tests, 95% interval 26.9–41.4%)33.8% fail first time43.02024160
Milton Keynes (MK) (rough estimate: 146 tests, 95% interval 26.4–41.6%)33.6% fail first time43.02024146
Norwich (NR) (rough estimate: 152 tests, 95% interval 26.5–41.4%)33.5% fail first time43.02024152
Blackburn (BB) (rough estimate: 105 tests, 95% interval 23.3–40.8%)31.4% fail first time43.02024105
Birmingham (B) (rough estimate: 337 tests, 95% interval 25.3–35.1%)30.0% fail first time43.02024337
Hemel Hempstead (HP) (rough estimate: 112 tests, 95% interval 21.0–37.5%)28.6% fail first time43.02024112

Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: 2024 · n = 1,292 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV

Does a Mazda CX-7 rust more than average?

Allowing for age, Mazda CX-7 MOTs record corrosion failures at 1.1 times the national rate: 0.88% of tests against 0.77% (2024 + geographic layers, n = 1,289).

Computed, not measured.

slope · Mazda CX-7 · Salt belt susceptibility · 1.1 vs 1 · 2024 + geographic layers
Salt belt susceptibility: 1 vs 1.1. DVSA MOT bulk data, 24 Sep 2026.
Mazda CX-7: the numbers behind this answer (2024 + geographic layers)
MeasureValueUnitCompared withYearsTests
Salt belt susceptibility1.1ratio estimate12024 + geographic layers1289

Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: 2024 + geographic layers · n = 1,292 (initial tests) · Method: computed estimate, not measured · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV

Is a Mazda CX-7 ULEZ compliant?

An estimated 26.0% of Mazda CX-7s tested are likely ULEZ-compliant, judged from fuel type and first-use date; check a specific car with TfL's vehicle checker (2024).

Computed, not measured.

stacked · Mazda CX-7 · Likely compliant · 26.0 vs baseline · 2024
DVSA MOT bulk data, 24 Sep 2026.
Mazda CX-7: the numbers behind this answer (2024)
MeasureValueUnitCompared withYearsTests
Likely compliant26.0% estimate20241292

Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: 2024 · n = 1,292 (initial tests) · Method: computed estimate, not measured · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV

What do six years of MOTs show about owning a Mazda CX-7?

Of failed Mazda CX-7 MOTs, 30.7% were retested the same day and a further 65.2% within 10 days; the median failed car passed its retest after 1 day (2019–2024, n = 3,631).

bar · Mazda CX-7 · Same-day retest · 30.7 vs failed initial tests · 2019–2024
DVSA MOT bulk data, 24 Sep 2026.
Mazda CX-7: the numbers behind this answer (2019–2024)
MeasureValueUnitCompared withYearsTests
Same-day retest30.7%failed initial tests2019–20243631
Retest within 10 days65.2%failed initial tests2019–20243631
Clean MOT streak23.8%observed chains2019–20242146
Repeat advisory36.8%observed chains2019–20242146
Decreasing odometer0.8% mileage anomalyobserved chains2019–20242330

Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: 2019–2024 · n = 1,292 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV

Is low mileage better for a Mazda CX-7?

Mazda CX-7s aged 8 to 14 doing under 5,000 miles a year failed first time in 33.1% of tests, against 43.6% for those doing 8,000 to 12,000 miles (2019–2024, n = 774).

bullet · Mazda CX-7 · Low-use first-time failure · 33.1 vs 43.6 · 2019–2024
Low-use first-time failure: 33.1 vs 43.6. DVSA MOT bulk data, 24 Sep 2026.
Mazda CX-7: the numbers behind this answer (2019–2024)
MeasureValueUnitCompared withYearsTests
Low-use first-time failure33.1%43.62019–2024774
Low-use gap-10.5percentage points8–12k miles2019–2024774

Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: 2019–2024 · n = 1,292 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV

If a Mazda CX-7 fails, does it fail again?

37.7% of Mazda CX-7s that failed an MOT failed the next one too, against 36.7% after a pass (2019–2024, n = 893). The failure most likely to come back is visibility: 37.8% of those fails recurred at the next MOT.

bullet · Mazda CX-7 · Repeat after fail · 37.7 vs 36.7 · 2019–2024
Repeat after fail: 37.7 vs 36.7. DVSA MOT bulk data, 24 Sep 2026.
Mazda CX-7: the numbers behind this answer (2019–2024)
MeasureValueUnitCompared withYearsTests
Repeat after fail37.7%36.72019–2024893

Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: 2019–2024 · n = 1,292 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV

Which Mazda CX-7 faults come together?

On Mazda CX-7s, ‘body, chassis, structure’ and ‘noise, emissions and leaks’ failures turn up together 5.3 times as often as chance would predict (2024, n = 111).

Mazda CX-7: the numbers behind this answer (2024)
MeasureValueUnitCompared withYearsTests
Body, chassis, structure + Noise, emissions and leaks (rough estimate: 111 tests, 95% interval 4.4–6.4)5.3liftexpected joint rate2024111
Brakes + Seat belts and supplementary restraint systems (rough estimate: 27 tests, 95% interval 2.2–4.9)3.3liftexpected joint rate202427
Brakes + Road Wheels (rough estimate: 23 tests, 95% interval 2.0–4.8)3.2liftexpected joint rate202423
Brakes + Noise, emissions and leaks (rough estimate: 174 tests, 95% interval 2.2–3.0)2.6liftexpected joint rate2024174
Seat belts and supplementary restraint systems + Suspension (rough estimate: 25 tests, 95% interval 1.7–3.8)2.6liftexpected joint rate202425
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment + Seat belts and supplementary restraint systems (rough estimate: 32 tests, 95% interval 1.7–3.6)2.5liftexpected joint rate202432
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment + Noise, emissions and leaks (rough estimate: 257 tests, 95% interval 2.2–2.8)2.5liftexpected joint rate2024257
Noise, emissions and leaks + Tyres (rough estimate: 75 tests, 95% interval 1.8–2.9)2.3liftexpected joint rate202475
Full table
Further values · 2024
MeasureValueUnitCompared withYearsTests
Tyres + Visibility (rough estimate: 110 tests, 95% interval 1.9–2.8)2.3liftexpected joint rate2024110
Brakes + Tyres (rough estimate: 224 tests, 95% interval 2.0–2.6)2.3liftexpected joint rate2024224
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment + Tyres (rough estimate: 344 tests, 95% interval 2.0–2.5)2.3liftexpected joint rate2024344
Noise, emissions and leaks + Suspension (rough estimate: 182 tests, 95% interval 1.9–2.6)2.3liftexpected joint rate2024182
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment + Visibility (rough estimate: 331 tests, 95% interval 1.9–2.4)2.1liftexpected joint rate2024331
Noise, emissions and leaks + Steering (rough estimate: 114 tests, 95% interval 1.8–2.6)2.1liftexpected joint rate2024114
Brakes + Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment2.1liftexpected joint rate2024669
Brakes + Visibility (rough estimate: 208 tests, 95% interval 1.8–2.4)2.1liftexpected joint rate2024208
Body, chassis, structure + Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment (rough estimate: 205 tests, 95% interval 1.8–2.4)2.1liftexpected joint rate2024205
Brakes + Steering (rough estimate: 334 tests, 95% interval 1.9–2.3)2.1liftexpected joint rate2024334
Brakes + Suspension (rough estimate: 499 tests, 95% interval 1.9–2.3)2.1liftexpected joint rate2024499
Suspension + Tyres (rough estimate: 239 tests, 95% interval 1.8–2.3)2.0liftexpected joint rate2024239
Noise, emissions and leaks + Visibility (rough estimate: 66 tests, 95% interval 1.6–2.5)2liftexpected joint rate202466
Body, chassis, structure + Brakes (rough estimate: 125 tests, 95% interval 1.7–2.4)2.0liftexpected joint rate2024125
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment + Suspension1.9liftexpected joint rate2024736
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment + Steering (rough estimate: 480 tests, 95% interval 1.7–2.1)1.9liftexpected joint rate2024480
Steering + Tyres (rough estimate: 149 tests, 95% interval 1.6–2.2)1.9liftexpected joint rate2024149
Body, chassis, structure + Suspension (rough estimate: 143 tests, 95% interval 1.6–2.2)1.9liftexpected joint rate2024143
Suspension + Visibility (rough estimate: 221 tests, 95% interval 1.6–2.1)1.9liftexpected joint rate2024221
Steering + Suspension (rough estimate: 349 tests, 95% interval 1.6–2.0)1.8liftexpected joint rate2024349
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment + Road Wheels (rough estimate: 20 tests, 95% interval 1.1–2.8)1.8liftexpected joint rate202420
Body, chassis, structure + Steering (rough estimate: 89 tests, 95% interval 1.4–2.2)1.8liftexpected joint rate202489
Steering + Visibility (rough estimate: 139 tests, 95% interval 1.5–2.1)1.8liftexpected joint rate2024139
Body, chassis, structure + Tyres (rough estimate: 50 tests, 95% interval 1.2–2.2)1.6liftexpected joint rate202450
Body, chassis, structure + Visibility (rough estimate: 50 tests, 95% interval 1.2–2.1)1.6liftexpected joint rate202450
Identification of the vehicle + Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment (seen together; too few for a multiplier)17tests with both202417
Road Wheels + Suspension (seen together; too few for a multiplier)16tests with both202416
Noise, emissions and leaks + Seat belts and supplementary restraint systems (seen together; too few for a multiplier)15tests with both202415
Identification of the vehicle + Suspension (seen together; too few for a multiplier)15tests with both202415
Body, chassis, structure + Seat belts and supplementary restraint systems (seen together; too few for a multiplier)12tests with both202412
Seat belts and supplementary restraint systems + Steering (seen together; too few for a multiplier)12tests with both202412
Identification of the vehicle + Steering (seen together; too few for a multiplier)11tests with both202411
Road Wheels + Steering (seen together; too few for a multiplier)11tests with both202411
Road Wheels + Tyres (seen together; too few for a multiplier)10tests with both202410
Seat belts and supplementary restraint systems + Visibility (seen together; too few for a multiplier)10tests with both202410
Road Wheels + Visibility (seen together; too few for a multiplier)8tests with both20248
Brakes + Identification of the vehicle (seen together; too few for a multiplier)7tests with both20247
Seat belts and supplementary restraint systems + Tyres (seen together; too few for a multiplier)7tests with both20247
Identification of the vehicle + Noise, emissions and leaks (seen together; too few for a multiplier)6tests with both20246
Identification of the vehicle + Tyres (seen together; too few for a multiplier)6tests with both20246
Identification of the vehicle + Visibility (seen together; too few for a multiplier)6tests with both20246
Body, chassis, structure + Road Wheels (seen together; too few for a multiplier)6tests with both20246

Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: 2024 · n = 1,292 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV

Has the Mazda CX-7 had safety recalls?

DVSA lists 1 safety recall campaigns matched to the Mazda CX-7; check whether yours has been fixed, using its registration number.

Mazda CX-7: the numbers behind this answer (DVSA register)
MeasureValueUnitCompared withYearsTests
DVSA recall campaigns matched1campaignsDVSA registerDVSA register1292

Source: DVSA register; recall effect covers 11 of 761 models · Window: DVSA register · n = 1,292 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV

What does a Mazda CX-7 cost to run in a fleet?

Of every 100 Mazda CX-7s tested at age 12, about 38 failed the MOT first time (rough estimate); at age 16, about 45 (rough estimate). These are one-year rates for different cars tested in the same year, not a fleet followed over time (2024).

Mazda CX-7: the numbers behind this answer (2024)
MeasureValueUnitCompared withYearsTests
Age 12 (rough estimate: 131 tests, 95% interval 30.3–46.7%)38.2% fail first time2024131
Age 13 (rough estimate: 354 tests, 95% interval 35.4–45.6%)40.4% fail first time2024354
Age 14 (rough estimate: 389 tests, 95% interval 40.6–50.5%)45.5% fail first time2024389
Age 15 (rough estimate: 175 tests, 95% interval 36.3–50.8%)43.4% fail first time2024175
Age 16 (rough estimate: 142 tests, 95% interval 37.1–53.3%)45.1% fail first time2024142

Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: 2024 · n = 1,292 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV

Does the month of a Mazda CX-7 MOT matter?

Mazda CX-7s fail first time most in November (42.6%, against 30.6% for all cars that month) and least in March (38.3%) (2024, n = 1,292).

line · Mazda CX-7 · January · 39.7 vs 31.1 · 2024
January: 39.7. December: 39.7. DVSA MOT bulk data, 24 Sep 2026.
Mazda CX-7: the numbers behind this answer (2024)
MeasureValueUnitCompared withYearsTests
January39.7% fail first time31.120241177
February40.7% fail first time30.020241173
March38.3% fail first time28.320241236
April41.4% fail first time29.82024706
May40.4% fail first time28.82024688
June39.8% fail first time28.12024806
July42.1% fail first time29.32024858
August41.4% fail first time29.22024807
Full table
Further values · 2024
MeasureValueUnitCompared withYearsTests
September41.7% fail first time28.220241076
October41.2% fail first time30.320241271
November42.6% fail first time30.620241197
December39.7% fail first time29.32024870

Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: 2024 · n = 1,292 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV

Not enough tests for… (and why)

Tyres, brakes and suspension: how does the Mazda CX-7 compare with cars of the same age?

not computed for this model: no qualifying records. 1,292 initial Mazda CX-7 tests are in the published model cohort.

Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: 2019–2024 · n = 1,292 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV

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What have dealers been told about the Mazda CX-7? (US market)

layer not yet computed for this model (covers 211 of 761 models). 1,292 initial Mazda CX-7 tests are in the published model cohort.

Source: NHTSA, US market; covers 211 of 761 models · Window: NHTSA · n = 1,292 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV

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Does the Mazda CX-7 fail inspections in other countries too?

no match in the other-country inspection register. 1,292 initial Mazda CX-7 tests are in the published model cohort.

Source: Statens vegvesen PKK (CC BY 4.0), Traficom Katsastus (CC BY 4.0), RDW APK (CC0), adapted; covers 430 of 761 models · Window: 2024 by country · n = 1,292 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV

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Real-world MPG against the official figure (manufacturer level)

layer not yet computed for this model (covers 19 of 761 models). 1,292 initial Mazda CX-7 tests are in the published model cohort.

Source: European Commission OBFCM; covers 19 of 761 models · Window: 2021+ cohorts · n = 1,292 (initial tests) · Method: computed estimate, not measured · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV

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How to cite this page

MOT Risk Index (2026). Mazda CX-7 MOT statistics 2024 (data release dvsa-2024-v2; full dataset motriskindex-families-2024-v5, DOI 10.5281/zenodo.22975051), updated 24 September 2026. motriskindex.co.uk/cars/mazda-cx-7/

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Mazda CX-7 MOT: quick answers

What is the Mazda CX-7 first-time MOT pass rate?

57.0% of first attempts passed in 2024 (1,292 tests). Retests after repair are excluded; cars fixed at the test centre (PRS) are shown separately.

Why does this number differ from other sites?

Other sites may count retests or all attempts. This page uses 1,292 primary tests: 43.03% failed first time and 63.5% passed when cars fixed at the test centre (PRS) count as passes. The age-adjusted MOT Risk Index 107.7 is shown separately.