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Mazda MPV MOT pass rate and common problems

54.4% of Mazda MPVs passed the 2024 MOT (a rough estimate from 634 first tests): 48.4% at the first attempt and 6.0% after a fix at the test centre (PRS). About 1 in 2 failed the first attempt. For its age, it fails 33% more often than normal: MOT Risk Index 133.1 (95% CI 123.1–143.1; 100 = normal).

Mazda MPV at a glance, 2024 MOT
MeasureValueUnitCompared withYearsTests
MOT pass rate54.4%incl. 6.0% fixed at the test centre2024634
Passed at the first attempt48.4%all first tests2024634
MOT Risk Index (95% CI 123.1–143.1)133.1index100 = normal for its age · rank 708 of 761 (1 = fails least for its age)2024634
Biggest excess: Suspension66.5per 10026.9 same-age2019–20244956
Dangerous defects16.1per 10011.2 UK, not age-adjusted2019–20244956
Advisory items204.4per 100127.1 UK, not age-adjusted2019–20244956
strip · Mazda MPV · MOT Risk Index · 133.1 vs 100 = normal · 2024
MOT Risk Index · Mazda MPV. 0–240; 100 = normal for its age; median model 92.8 · rank 708 of 761 (1 = fails least for its age). It would rank between 671 and 729 anywhere within its 95% interval, other models held where they are. DVSA, 2024.
Mazda MPV index position among 761 models
MeasureValueUnitCompared withYearsTests
Rank708of 761published models, 1 = fails least for its age2024634
Best rank within its 95% interval671rankother models held where they are2024634
Worst rank within its 95% interval729rankother models held where they are2024634

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Data release dvsa-2024-v2 (24 Sep 2026) · full dataset (v5). This model's index changed from 139.4 to 133.1 in the 24 September 2026 release, after duplicate test records were removed.

What actually fails on a Mazda MPV MOT, and how often?

Mazda MPV MOTs fail most often on suspension: 66.5 per 100 tests, against 26.9 for UK cars of the same age (2019–2024, n = 4,956).

bar · Mazda MPV · Suspension · 66.5 vs 26.9 · 2019–2024
DVSA MOT bulk data, 24 Sep 2026.
Mazda MPV: the numbers behind this answer (2019–2024)
MeasureValueUnitCompared withYearsTests
Suspension66.5per 10026.92019–20243295
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment57.2per 10032.12019–20242835
Body, chassis, structure34.6per 10012.82019–20241717
Brakes20.7per 10020.62019–20241024
Visibility15.9per 10011.42019–2024788
Steering10.7per 1005.62019–2024528

Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: 2019–2024 · n = 4,956 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV

Will my Mazda MPV's advisory become a fail at the next MOT?

Mazda MPV advisories turn into fails more often than on the median model: suspension advisories became a fail at the next MOT 34.0% of the time.

funnel · Mazda MPV · Suspension · 34.0 vs median model · 2019–2024
Advisories on suspension: 34 of 100 became a fail on the same item at the next MOT. DVSA MOT bulk data, 24 Sep 2026.
Mazda MPV: the numbers behind this answer (2019–2024)
MeasureValueUnitCompared withYearsTests
Suspension34.0% next failmedian model2019–20241075
Body, chassis, structure23.1% next failmedian model2019–2024568
Brakes16.5% next failmedian model2019–20241061
Tyres9.6% next failmedian model2019–2024732
Noise, emissions and leaks7.4% next failmedian model2019–2024608

Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: 2019–2024 · n = 634 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV

My Mazda MPV got an MOT advisory: what gets flagged most?

Mazda MPV MOTs flag suspension most: 60.2 advisories per 100 tests, against 26.2 across UK tests (2019–2024, n = 4,956).

bar · Mazda MPV · Suspension · 60.2 vs 26.2 · 2019–2024
DVSA MOT bulk data, 24 Sep 2026.
Mazda MPV: the numbers behind this answer (2019–2024)
MeasureValueUnitCompared withYearsTests
Suspension60.2per 10026.22019–20242982
Brakes49.7per 10034.72019–20242464
Tyres32.2per 10039.72019–20241597
Body, chassis, structure24.9per 1004.62019–20241236
Noise, emissions and leaks17.3per 1005.22019–2024857
Non-component advisories6.5per 1007.82019–2024324

Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: 2019–2024 · n = 4,956 (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 MPV?

For Mazda MPVs aged 20 or older whose last MOT was a fail, the item most likely to fail at the next MOT is suspension: 32.2% failed on it (2019–2024, n = 659).

bar · Mazda MPV · Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment, 6 to 8 years old, after a pass (rough estimate: 80 cars) · 20 vs baseline · 2019–2024
DVSA MOT bulk data, 24 Sep 2026.
Mazda MPV: the numbers behind this answer (2019–2024)
MeasureValueUnitCompared withYearsTests
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment, 6 to 8 years old, after a pass (rough estimate: 80 cars)20% next fail2019–202480
Suspension, 6 to 8 years old, after a pass (rough estimate: 80 cars)13.8% next fail2019–202480
Visibility, 6 to 8 years old, after a pass (rough estimate: 80 cars)11.3% next fail2019–202480
Noise, emissions and leaks, 6 to 8 years old, after a pass (rough estimate: 80 cars)8.8% next fail2019–202480
Suspension, 6 to 8 years old, after an advisory (rough estimate: 58 cars)32.8% next fail2019–202458
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment, 6 to 8 years old, after an advisory (rough estimate: 58 cars)29.3% next fail2019–202458
Body, chassis, structure, 6 to 8 years old, after an advisory (rough estimate: 58 cars)15.5% next fail2019–202458
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment, 6 to 8 years old, after a fail (rough estimate: 100 cars)36% next fail2019–2024100
Full table
Further values · 2019–2024
MeasureValueUnitCompared withYearsTests
Suspension, 6 to 8 years old, after a fail (rough estimate: 100 cars)32% next fail2019–2024100
Body, chassis, structure, 6 to 8 years old, after a fail (rough estimate: 100 cars)14.0% next fail2019–2024100
Noise, emissions and leaks, 6 to 8 years old, after a fail (rough estimate: 100 cars)13% next fail2019–2024100
Visibility, 6 to 8 years old, after a fail (rough estimate: 100 cars)13% next fail2019–2024100
Brakes, 6 to 8 years old, after a fail (rough estimate: 100 cars)12% next fail2019–2024100
Steering, 6 to 8 years old, after a fail (rough estimate: 100 cars)9% next fail2019–2024100
Tyres, 6 to 8 years old, after a fail (rough estimate: 100 cars)7.0% next fail2019–2024100
Suspension, 9 to 11 years old, after a pass (rough estimate: 132 cars)26.5% next fail2019–2024132
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment, 9 to 11 years old, after a pass (rough estimate: 132 cars)22.7% next fail2019–2024132
Body, chassis, structure, 9 to 11 years old, after a pass (rough estimate: 132 cars)13.6% next fail2019–2024132
Brakes, 9 to 11 years old, after a pass (rough estimate: 132 cars)13.6% next fail2019–2024132
Noise, emissions and leaks, 9 to 11 years old, after a pass (rough estimate: 132 cars)9.1% next fail2019–2024132
Visibility, 9 to 11 years old, after a pass (rough estimate: 132 cars)8.3% next fail2019–2024132
Steering, 9 to 11 years old, after a pass (rough estimate: 132 cars)6.1% next fail2019–2024132
Seat belts and supplementary restraint systems, 9 to 11 years old, after a pass (rough estimate: 132 cars)4.5% next fail2019–2024132
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment, 9 to 11 years old, after an advisory (rough estimate: 136 cars)33.8% next fail2019–2024136
Suspension, 9 to 11 years old, after an advisory (rough estimate: 136 cars)25% next fail2019–2024136
Body, chassis, structure, 9 to 11 years old, after an advisory (rough estimate: 136 cars)18.4% next fail2019–2024136
Brakes, 9 to 11 years old, after an advisory (rough estimate: 136 cars)13.2% next fail2019–2024136
Visibility, 9 to 11 years old, after an advisory (rough estimate: 136 cars)8.8% next fail2019–2024136
Noise, emissions and leaks, 9 to 11 years old, after an advisory (rough estimate: 136 cars)7.3% next fail2019–2024136
Steering, 9 to 11 years old, after an advisory (rough estimate: 136 cars)7.3% next fail2019–2024136
Seat belts and supplementary restraint systems, 9 to 11 years old, after an advisory (rough estimate: 136 cars)6.6% next fail2019–2024136
Tyres, 9 to 11 years old, after an advisory (rough estimate: 136 cars)6.6% next fail2019–2024136
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment, 9 to 11 years old, after a fail (rough estimate: 234 cars)29.9% next fail2019–2024234
Suspension, 9 to 11 years old, after a fail (rough estimate: 234 cars)29.9% next fail2019–2024234
Brakes, 9 to 11 years old, after a fail (rough estimate: 234 cars)14.5% next fail2019–2024234
Visibility, 9 to 11 years old, after a fail (rough estimate: 234 cars)13.7% next fail2019–2024234
Body, chassis, structure, 9 to 11 years old, after a fail (rough estimate: 234 cars)11.5% next fail2019–2024234
Steering, 9 to 11 years old, after a fail (rough estimate: 234 cars)8.6% next fail2019–2024234
Noise, emissions and leaks, 9 to 11 years old, after a fail (rough estimate: 234 cars)8.1% next fail2019–2024234
Tyres, 9 to 11 years old, after a fail (rough estimate: 234 cars)4.3% next fail2019–2024234
Seat belts and supplementary restraint systems, 9 to 11 years old, after a fail (rough estimate: 234 cars)2.1% next fail2019–2024234
Suspension, 12 to 14 years old, after a pass (rough estimate: 129 cars)25.6% next fail2019–2024129
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment, 12 to 14 years old, after a pass (rough estimate: 129 cars)23.3% next fail2019–2024129
Body, chassis, structure, 12 to 14 years old, after a pass (rough estimate: 129 cars)11.6% next fail2019–2024129
Visibility, 12 to 14 years old, after a pass (rough estimate: 129 cars)9.3% next fail2019–2024129
Brakes, 12 to 14 years old, after a pass (rough estimate: 129 cars)8.5% next fail2019–2024129
Steering, 12 to 14 years old, after a pass (rough estimate: 129 cars)7.8% next fail2019–2024129
Noise, emissions and leaks, 12 to 14 years old, after a pass (rough estimate: 129 cars)7.0% next fail2019–2024129
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment, 12 to 14 years old, after an advisory (rough estimate: 173 cars)30.6% next fail2019–2024173
Suspension, 12 to 14 years old, after an advisory (rough estimate: 173 cars)30.1% next fail2019–2024173
Body, chassis, structure, 12 to 14 years old, after an advisory (rough estimate: 173 cars)24.3% next fail2019–2024173
Brakes, 12 to 14 years old, after an advisory (rough estimate: 173 cars)15.0% next fail2019–2024173
Visibility, 12 to 14 years old, after an advisory (rough estimate: 173 cars)12.1% next fail2019–2024173
Steering, 12 to 14 years old, after an advisory (rough estimate: 173 cars)8.1% next fail2019–2024173
Noise, emissions and leaks, 12 to 14 years old, after an advisory (rough estimate: 173 cars)6.9% next fail2019–2024173
Tyres, 12 to 14 years old, after an advisory (rough estimate: 173 cars)5.8% next fail2019–2024173
Seat belts and supplementary restraint systems, 12 to 14 years old, after an advisory (rough estimate: 173 cars)5.2% next fail2019–2024173
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment, 12 to 14 years old, after a fail (rough estimate: 324 cars)33.6% next fail2019–2024324
Suspension, 12 to 14 years old, after a fail (rough estimate: 324 cars)32.4% next fail2019–2024324
Body, chassis, structure, 12 to 14 years old, after a fail (rough estimate: 324 cars)20.1% next fail2019–2024324
Visibility, 12 to 14 years old, after a fail (rough estimate: 324 cars)15.7% next fail2019–2024324
Brakes, 12 to 14 years old, after a fail (rough estimate: 324 cars)14.8% next fail2019–2024324
Steering, 12 to 14 years old, after a fail (rough estimate: 324 cars)8.6% next fail2019–2024324
Noise, emissions and leaks, 12 to 14 years old, after a fail (rough estimate: 324 cars)8.0% next fail2019–2024324
Seat belts and supplementary restraint systems, 12 to 14 years old, after a fail (rough estimate: 324 cars)4.3% next fail2019–2024324
Tyres, 12 to 14 years old, after a fail (rough estimate: 324 cars)3.4% next fail2019–2024324
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment, 15 to 19 years old, after a pass (rough estimate: 292 cars)21.6% next fail2019–2024292
Suspension, 15 to 19 years old, after a pass (rough estimate: 292 cars)19.9% next fail2019–2024292
Body, chassis, structure, 15 to 19 years old, after a pass (rough estimate: 292 cars)11.3% next fail2019–2024292
Visibility, 15 to 19 years old, after a pass (rough estimate: 292 cars)10.3% next fail2019–2024292
Brakes, 15 to 19 years old, after a pass (rough estimate: 292 cars)8.2% next fail2019–2024292
Noise, emissions and leaks, 15 to 19 years old, after a pass (rough estimate: 292 cars)4.5% next fail2019–2024292
Steering, 15 to 19 years old, after a pass (rough estimate: 292 cars)4.1% next fail2019–2024292
Tyres, 15 to 19 years old, after a pass (rough estimate: 292 cars)3.1% next fail2019–2024292
Seat belts and supplementary restraint systems, 15 to 19 years old, after a pass (rough estimate: 292 cars)2.1% next fail2019–2024292
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment, 15 to 19 years old, after an advisory (rough estimate: 327 cars)30.0% next fail2019–2024327
Suspension, 15 to 19 years old, after an advisory (rough estimate: 327 cars)28.7% next fail2019–2024327
Body, chassis, structure, 15 to 19 years old, after an advisory (rough estimate: 327 cars)15.6% next fail2019–2024327
Visibility, 15 to 19 years old, after an advisory (rough estimate: 327 cars)12.2% next fail2019–2024327
Brakes, 15 to 19 years old, after an advisory (rough estimate: 327 cars)10.7% next fail2019–2024327
Steering, 15 to 19 years old, after an advisory (rough estimate: 327 cars)6.1% next fail2019–2024327
Noise, emissions and leaks, 15 to 19 years old, after an advisory (rough estimate: 327 cars)5.8% next fail2019–2024327
Tyres, 15 to 19 years old, after an advisory (rough estimate: 327 cars)4.9% next fail2019–2024327
Seat belts and supplementary restraint systems, 15 to 19 years old, after an advisory (rough estimate: 327 cars)4.6% next fail2019–2024327
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment, 15 to 19 years old, after a fail33.4% next fail2019–2024587
Suspension, 15 to 19 years old, after a fail29.6% next fail2019–2024587
Body, chassis, structure, 15 to 19 years old, after a fail20.1% next fail2019–2024587
Visibility, 15 to 19 years old, after a fail15.7% next fail2019–2024587
Brakes, 15 to 19 years old, after a fail13.3% next fail2019–2024587
Steering, 15 to 19 years old, after a fail8.3% next fail2019–2024587
Noise, emissions and leaks, 15 to 19 years old, after a fail6.1% next fail2019–2024587
Seat belts and supplementary restraint systems, 15 to 19 years old, after a fail5.3% next fail2019–2024587
Tyres, 15 to 19 years old, after a fail5.3% next fail2019–2024587
Identification of the vehicle, 15 to 19 years old, after a fail1.5% next fail2019–2024587
Suspension, 20 years or older, after a pass (rough estimate: 293 cars)28.7% next fail2019–2024293
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment, 20 years or older, after a pass (rough estimate: 293 cars)25.9% next fail2019–2024293
Body, chassis, structure, 20 years or older, after a pass (rough estimate: 293 cars)19.1% next fail2019–2024293
Brakes, 20 years or older, after a pass (rough estimate: 293 cars)13.0% next fail2019–2024293
Visibility, 20 years or older, after a pass (rough estimate: 293 cars)7.8% next fail2019–2024293
Noise, emissions and leaks, 20 years or older, after a pass (rough estimate: 293 cars)6.5% next fail2019–2024293
Steering, 20 years or older, after a pass (rough estimate: 293 cars)5.8% next fail2019–2024293
Seat belts and supplementary restraint systems, 20 years or older, after a pass (rough estimate: 293 cars)5.5% next fail2019–2024293
Tyres, 20 years or older, after a pass (rough estimate: 293 cars)3.1% next fail2019–2024293
Suspension, 20 years or older, after an advisory (rough estimate: 322 cars)30.4% next fail2019–2024322
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment, 20 years or older, after an advisory (rough estimate: 322 cars)28.3% next fail2019–2024322
Body, chassis, structure, 20 years or older, after an advisory (rough estimate: 322 cars)22.7% next fail2019–2024322
Visibility, 20 years or older, after an advisory (rough estimate: 322 cars)15.2% next fail2019–2024322
Brakes, 20 years or older, after an advisory (rough estimate: 322 cars)14.9% next fail2019–2024322
Steering, 20 years or older, after an advisory (rough estimate: 322 cars)9.6% next fail2019–2024322
Noise, emissions and leaks, 20 years or older, after an advisory (rough estimate: 322 cars)7.8% next fail2019–2024322
Seat belts and supplementary restraint systems, 20 years or older, after an advisory (rough estimate: 322 cars)5.0% next fail2019–2024322
Tyres, 20 years or older, after an advisory (rough estimate: 322 cars)3.4% next fail2019–2024322
Suspension, 20 years or older, after a fail32.2% next fail2019–2024659
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment, 20 years or older, after a fail32.0% next fail2019–2024659
Body, chassis, structure, 20 years or older, after a fail18.2% next fail2019–2024659
Brakes, 20 years or older, after a fail12.4% next fail2019–2024659
Visibility, 20 years or older, after a fail12.4% next fail2019–2024659
Steering, 20 years or older, after a fail8.6% next fail2019–2024659
Noise, emissions and leaks, 20 years or older, after a fail7.6% next fail2019–2024659
Seat belts and supplementary restraint systems, 20 years or older, after a fail6.4% next fail2019–2024659
Tyres, 20 years or older, after a fail6.2% next fail2019–2024659
Identification of the vehicle, 20 years or older, after a fail0.8% next fail2019–2024659

Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: 2019–2024 · n = 634 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV

How often does a Mazda MPV get a dangerous MOT defect?

The Mazda MPV gets a dangerous defect more often than the UK average: 16.1 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, 176.4 major and 38.7 minor defects were recorded per 100 tests (one test can record several).

bullet · Mazda MPV · Dangerous defects · 16.1 vs 11.2 · 2019–2024
Dangerous defects: 16.1 vs 11.2. DVSA MOT bulk data, 24 Sep 2026.
Mazda MPV: the numbers behind this answer (2019–2024)
MeasureValueUnitCompared withYearsTests
Dangerous defects16.1per 10011.22019–20244956

Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: 2019–2024 · n = 4,956 (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 MPV still pass its MOT in a few years?

First-time MOT failures for the Mazda MPV go from 32.4% at age 10 (rough estimate: 34 tests, 95% interval 19.1–49.2%) to 56.8% at age 19 (rough estimate: 44 tests, 95% interval 42.2–70.3%), against 43.5% for all cars aged 19 (rough estimate: 44 tests, 95% interval 42.2–70.3%) (2024, n = 634).

line · Mazda MPV · Age 10 (rough estimate: 34 tests, 95% interval 19.1–49.2%) · 32.4 vs 30.1 · 2024
Age 10 (rough esti: 32.4. Age 19 (rough esti: 56.8. DVSA MOT bulk data, 24 Sep 2026.
Mazda MPV: the numbers behind this answer (2024)
MeasureValueUnitCompared withYearsTests
Age 10 (rough estimate: 34 tests, 95% interval 19.1–49.2%)32.4% failed first time30.1202434
Age 11 (rough estimate: 38 tests, 95% interval 37.3–67.5%)52.6% failed first time33.2202438
Age 12 (rough estimate: 42 tests, 95% interval 35.5–64.5%)50% failed first time35.7202442
Age 13 (rough estimate: 53 tests, 95% interval 39.7–65.6%)52.8% failed first time38.2202453
Age 14 (rough estimate: 49 tests, 95% interval 37.5–64.4%)51.0% failed first time40.4202449
Age 16 (rough estimate: 63 tests, 95% interval 62.7–83.7%)74.6% failed first time43.1202463
Age 17 (rough estimate: 49 tests, 95% interval 28.2–54.8%)40.8% failed first time43.1202449
Age 18 (rough estimate: 58 tests, 95% interval 35.9–60.8%)48.3% failed first time43.9202458
Full table
Further values · 2024
MeasureValueUnitCompared withYearsTests
Age 19 (rough estimate: 44 tests, 95% interval 42.2–70.3%)56.8% failed first time43.5202444

Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: 2024 · n = 634 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV

How does the Mazda MPV compare with cars of its own age and size?

At every age shown, Mazda MPVs fail first time more often than comparable models of the same size class; the biggest difference is at age 13, where they fail more often: 54.9% against 38.9% (2024, n = 257).

line · Mazda MPV · Age 10 · 43.5 vs 30.0 · 2024
Age 10: 43.5. Age 20: 49.0. DVSA MOT bulk data, 24 Sep 2026.
Mazda MPV: the numbers behind this answer (2024)
MeasureValueUnitCompared withYearsTests
Age 1043.5% fail30.02024209
Age 1147.6% fail33.52024225
Age 1248.3% fail36.52024232
Age 1354.9% fail38.92024257
Age 1453.5% fail40.82024297
Age 1547.2% fail42.32024360
Age 1652.4% fail43.12024399
Age 1747.2% fail43.52024358
Full table
Further values · 2024
MeasureValueUnitCompared withYearsTests
Age 1849.2% fail43.62024319
Age 1950.2% fail43.22024255
Age 2049.0% fail42.42024204

Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: 2024 · n = 634 (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 MPV MOT fail?

Expected repair cost per Mazda MPV MOT: about £231 (up to about £439 if more expensive parts are needed), from the chance of failing each item and its most common UK repair price (catalogue estimate, n = 634).

Computed, not measured.

bar · Mazda MPV · Expected repair bill · 230.8 vs modal price catalogue · price catalogue
DVSA MOT bulk data, 24 Sep 2026.
Mazda MPV: the numbers behind this answer (price catalogue)
MeasureValueUnitCompared withYearsTests
Expected repair bill230.8GBP estimatemodal price catalogueprice catalogue634
Estimated range lower230.8GBP estimatemodal price catalogueprice catalogue634
Estimated range upper438.6GBP estimatemodal price catalogueprice catalogue634
Suspension: Suspension coil spring (single corner)119.7GBP expected contribution180price catalogue634
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment: Battery replacement (standard 12V lead-acid)80.1GBP expected contribution140price catalogue634
Brakes: Front brake pads (parts + labour, typical hatchback)31.1GBP expected contribution150price catalogue634

Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: price catalogue · n = 634 (initial tests) · Method: computed estimate, not measured · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV

Is the Mazda MPV more reliable than similar cars?

Of 8 similar models, 5 fail less often for their age than the Mazda MPV and 3 as often or more. The Mazda MPV has an MOT Risk Index of 133.1, where 100 = normal for its age (2024, n = 634).

bar · Mazda MPV · Mazda MPV (this model) · 133.1 vs 100 = normal · 2024
DVSA MOT bulk data, 24 Sep 2026.
Mazda MPV: the numbers behind this answer (2024)
MeasureValueUnitCompared withYearsTests
Mazda MPV (this model)133.1index100 = normal2024634
Dodge Caliber125.8index133.12024862
Great Wall Steed138index133.120241165
Peugeot E7138.6index133.120241173
Peugeot 807124.1index133.12024994
Peugeot Traveller137.7index133.120241656
Mitsubishi Carisma119.4index133.12024748
Citroen C8121.8index133.12024958
Full table
Further values · 2024
MeasureValueUnitCompared withYearsTests
Fiat Multipla117.6index133.12024806

Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: 2024 · n = 634 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV

How many miles does a Mazda MPV normally do?

Mazda MPV: Age 12 median (rough estimate) is 150567 miles (2024).

line · Mazda MPV · Age 12 median (rough estimate) · 150567 vs baseline · 2024
Age 12 median (rou: 150567. Age 19 median (rou: 142568. DVSA MOT bulk data, 24 Sep 2026.
Mazda MPV: the numbers behind this answer (2024)
MeasureValueUnitCompared withYearsTests
Age 12 median (rough estimate)150567miles202442
Age 13 median (rough estimate)137375miles202453
Age 14 median (rough estimate)132290miles202449
Age 16 median (rough estimate)131355miles202463
Age 17 median (rough estimate)154743miles202449
Age 18 median (rough estimate)144962miles202458
Age 19 median (rough estimate)142568miles202444

Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: 2024 · n = 634 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV

Does high mileage mean more Mazda MPV MOT failures at the same age?

At ages 15+, 50.0% of Mazda MPVs with 100,000 to 140,000 miles failed first time, against 55.4% of those with over 140,000 miles (2024, n = 279). No clear mileage gap inside this age group, among cars still being tested.

bar · Mazda MPV · Age 10–14, 100-140k miles (rough estimate: 70 tests, 95% interval 40–62.8%) · 51.4 vs baseline · 2024
DVSA MOT bulk data, 24 Sep 2026.
Mazda MPV: the numbers behind this answer (2024)
MeasureValueUnitCompared withYearsTests
Age 10–14, 100-140k miles (rough estimate: 70 tests, 95% interval 40–62.8%)51.4% failed first time202470
Age 10–14, 140k+ miles (rough estimate: 93 tests, 95% interval 38.5–58.4%)48.4% failed first time202493
Age 15+, 100-140k miles (rough estimate: 104 tests, 95% interval 40.6–59.4%)50% failed first time2024104
Age 15+, 140k+ miles (rough estimate: 175 tests, 95% interval 48–62.6%)55.4% failed first time2024175

Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: 2024 · n = 634 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV

How many miles does a Mazda MPV last?

79.0% of Mazda MPVs tested had reached 100,000 miles, and 43.1% had reached 150,000 (2024, n = 3,914).

line · Mazda MPV · 100,000 miles · 79.0 vs baseline · 2024
100,000 miles: 79.0. 200,000 miles: 15.9. DVSA MOT bulk data, 24 Sep 2026.
Mazda MPV: the numbers behind this answer (2024)
MeasureValueUnitCompared withYearsTests
100,000 miles79.0% of tested cars20243914
150,000 miles43.1% of tested cars20242137
200,000 miles15.9% of tested cars2024789

Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: 2024 · n = 634 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV

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

Matched on annual mileage as well as age, the Mazda MPV index is 114.9, against 124.9 on age alone (2019–2024, n = 634).

slope · Mazda MPV · Age and mileage adjusted index · 114.9 vs 124.9 · 2019–2024
Age and mileage adjusted index: 124.9 vs 114.9. DVSA MOT bulk data, 24 Sep 2026.
Mazda MPV: the numbers behind this answer (2019–2024)
MeasureValueUnitCompared withYearsTests
Age and mileage adjusted index114.9index124.92019–2024634

Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: 2019–2024 · n = 634 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV

Which Mazda MPV engine is best?

For its age, the best Mazda MPV engine is the petrol over 2.0 litre at index 87.8, and the worst the diesel 1.8–2.0 litre at 106.5, where 100 = the model's own average (2024, n = 634).

bar · Mazda MPV · Petrol over 2.0 litre (rough estimate: 713 tests, 95% interval 80.4–95.2) · 87.8 vs 100 = model average · 2024
DVSA MOT bulk data, 24 Sep 2026.
Mazda MPV: the numbers behind this answer (2024)
MeasureValueUnitCompared withYearsTests
Petrol over 2.0 litre (rough estimate: 713 tests, 95% interval 80.4–95.2)87.8index vs model norm100 = model average2024713
Petrol 1.8–2.0 litre (rough estimate: 1,149 tests, 95% interval 90.2–102.2)96.2index vs model norm100 = model average20241149
Diesel over 2.0 litre (rough estimate: 1,067 tests, 95% interval 94.0–105.8)99.9index vs model norm100 = model average20241067
Diesel 1.8–2.0 litre (rough estimate: 1,884 tests, 95% interval 102.0–110.9)106.5index vs model norm100 = model average20241884

Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: 2024 · n = 634 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV

Where in Britain does the Mazda MPV fail its MOT most?

Mazda MPV fails first-time MOTs most in Portsmouth (PO): 68.5% against 49.9% across Britain for this model, both 2019–2024 (2024, n = 127).

bar · Mazda MPV · Portsmouth (PO) (rough estimate: 127 tests, 95% interval 60.0–75.9%) · 68.5 vs 51.6 · 2024
DVSA MOT bulk data, 24 Sep 2026.
Mazda MPV: the numbers behind this answer (2024)
MeasureValueUnitCompared withYearsTests
Portsmouth (PO) (rough estimate: 127 tests, 95% interval 60.0–75.9%)68.5% fail first time51.62024127
Cardiff (CF) (rough estimate: 136 tests, 95% interval 56.4–72.2%)64.7% fail first time51.62024136
Stoke-on-Trent (ST) (rough estimate: 102 tests, 95% interval 55.1–73.3%)64.7% fail first time51.62024102
Plymouth (PL) (rough estimate: 209 tests, 95% interval 48.7–62.1%)55.5% fail first time51.62024209
Bristol (BS) (rough estimate: 201 tests, 95% interval 50.8–64.3%)57.7% fail first time51.62024201
Exeter (EX) (rough estimate: 124 tests, 95% interval 50.1–67.1%)58.9% fail first time51.62024124
Brighton (BN) (rough estimate: 145 tests, 95% interval 54.7–70.2%)62.8% fail first time51.62024145

Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: 2024 · n = 634 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV

Does a Mazda MPV rust more than average?

Allowing for age, Mazda MPV MOTs record corrosion failures at 15.5 times the national rate: 11.84% of tests against 0.77% (2024 + geographic layers, n = 579).

Computed, not measured.

slope · Mazda MPV · Salt belt susceptibility · 15.5 vs 1 · 2024 + geographic layers
Salt belt susceptibility: 1 vs 15.5. DVSA MOT bulk data, 24 Sep 2026.
Mazda MPV: the numbers behind this answer (2024 + geographic layers)
MeasureValueUnitCompared withYearsTests
Salt belt susceptibility15.5ratio estimate12024 + geographic layers579

Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: 2024 + geographic layers · n = 634 (initial tests) · Method: computed estimate, not measured · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV

Is a Mazda MPV ULEZ compliant?

An estimated 34.1% of Mazda MPVs 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 MPV · Likely compliant · 34.1 vs baseline · 2024
DVSA MOT bulk data, 24 Sep 2026.
Mazda MPV: the numbers behind this answer (2024)
MeasureValueUnitCompared withYearsTests
Likely compliant34.1% estimate2024634

Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: 2024 · n = 634 (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 MPV?

Of failed Mazda MPV MOTs, 21.3% were retested the same day and a further 67.5% within 10 days; the median failed car passed its retest after 3 days (2019–2024, n = 1,592).

bar · Mazda MPV · Same-day retest · 21.3 vs failed initial tests · 2019–2024
DVSA MOT bulk data, 24 Sep 2026.
Mazda MPV: the numbers behind this answer (2019–2024)
MeasureValueUnitCompared withYearsTests
Same-day retest21.3%failed initial tests2019–20241592
Retest within 10 days67.5%failed initial tests2019–20241592
Clean MOT streak22.6%observed chains2019–2024862
Repeat advisory48.1%observed chains2019–2024862
Decreasing odometer27.6% mileage anomalyobserved chains2019–2024955

Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: 2019–2024 · n = 634 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV

If a Mazda MPV fails, does it fail again?

37.4% of Mazda MPVs that failed an MOT failed the next one too, against 45.5% after a pass (2019–2024, n = 613). The failure most likely to come back is ‘lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment’: 35.5% of those fails recurred at the next MOT.

bullet · Mazda MPV · Repeat after fail · 37.4 vs 45.5 · 2019–2024
Repeat after fail: 37.4 vs 45.5. DVSA MOT bulk data, 24 Sep 2026.
Mazda MPV: the numbers behind this answer (2019–2024)
MeasureValueUnitCompared withYearsTests
Repeat after fail37.4%45.52019–2024613

Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: 2019–2024 · n = 634 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV

Which Mazda MPV faults come together?

On Mazda MPVs, identification of the vehicle and ‘lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment’ failures turn up together 2.7 times as often as chance would predict (2024, n = 29).

Mazda MPV: the numbers behind this answer (2024)
MeasureValueUnitCompared withYearsTests
Identification of the vehicle + Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment (rough estimate: 29 tests, 95% interval 1.8–3.9)2.7liftexpected joint rate202429
Seat belts and supplementary restraint systems + Suspension (rough estimate: 184 tests, 95% interval 2.3–3.1)2.7liftexpected joint rate2024184
Seat belts and supplementary restraint systems + Steering (rough estimate: 49 tests, 95% interval 2.0–3.5)2.6liftexpected joint rate202449
Seat belts and supplementary restraint systems + Tyres (rough estimate: 29 tests, 95% interval 1.7–3.6)2.5liftexpected joint rate202429
Body, chassis, structure + Noise, emissions and leaks (rough estimate: 146 tests, 95% interval 2.1–2.9)2.5liftexpected joint rate2024146
Body, chassis, structure + Seat belts and supplementary restraint systems (rough estimate: 100 tests, 95% interval 2.0–3.0)2.5liftexpected joint rate2024100
Brakes + Tyres (rough estimate: 74 tests, 95% interval 1.9–3.0)2.4liftexpected joint rate202474
Brakes + Noise, emissions and leaks (rough estimate: 104 tests, 95% interval 1.9–2.9)2.4liftexpected joint rate2024104
Full table
Further values · 2024
MeasureValueUnitCompared withYearsTests
Brakes + Seat belts and supplementary restraint systems (rough estimate: 71 tests, 95% interval 1.8–3.0)2.4liftexpected joint rate202471
Seat belts and supplementary restraint systems + Visibility (rough estimate: 67 tests, 95% interval 1.8–2.9)2.3liftexpected joint rate202467
Noise, emissions and leaks + Seat belts and supplementary restraint systems (rough estimate: 37 tests, 95% interval 1.6–3.1)2.2liftexpected joint rate202437
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment + Seat belts and supplementary restraint systems (rough estimate: 156 tests, 95% interval 1.9–2.6)2.2liftexpected joint rate2024156
Steering + Suspension (rough estimate: 248 tests, 95% interval 1.9–2.5)2.2liftexpected joint rate2024248
Body, chassis, structure + Brakes (rough estimate: 236 tests, 95% interval 1.9–2.5)2.2liftexpected joint rate2024236
Noise, emissions and leaks + Visibility (rough estimate: 89 tests, 95% interval 1.7–2.6)2.1liftexpected joint rate202489
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment + Visibility (rough estimate: 375 tests, 95% interval 1.9–2.3)2.0liftexpected joint rate2024375
Brakes + Visibility (rough estimate: 159 tests, 95% interval 1.7–2.4)2.0liftexpected joint rate2024159
Body, chassis, structure + Steering (rough estimate: 136 tests, 95% interval 1.7–2.4)2.0liftexpected joint rate2024136
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment + Noise, emissions and leaks (rough estimate: 210 tests, 95% interval 1.8–2.3)2.0liftexpected joint rate2024210
Body, chassis, structure + Visibility (rough estimate: 207 tests, 95% interval 1.7–2.3)2.0liftexpected joint rate2024207
Brakes + Suspension (rough estimate: 357 tests, 95% interval 1.8–2.2)1.9liftexpected joint rate2024357
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment + Tyres (rough estimate: 142 tests, 95% interval 1.6–2.3)1.9liftexpected joint rate2024142
Brakes + Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment (rough estimate: 364 tests, 95% interval 1.8–2.1)1.9liftexpected joint rate2024364
Suspension + Tyres (rough estimate: 137 tests, 95% interval 1.6–2.3)1.9liftexpected joint rate2024137
Noise, emissions and leaks + Steering (rough estimate: 52 tests, 95% interval 1.4–2.5)1.9liftexpected joint rate202452
Body, chassis, structure + Tyres (rough estimate: 80 tests, 95% interval 1.5–2.4)1.9liftexpected joint rate202480
Tyres + Visibility (rough estimate: 57 tests, 95% interval 1.4–2.5)1.9liftexpected joint rate202457
Body, chassis, structure + Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment (rough estimate: 460 tests, 95% interval 1.7–2.0)1.8liftexpected joint rate2024460
Noise, emissions and leaks + Suspension (rough estimate: 182 tests, 95% interval 1.6–2.1)1.8liftexpected joint rate2024182
Body, chassis, structure + Suspension (rough estimate: 440 tests, 95% interval 1.6–1.9)1.8liftexpected joint rate2024440
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment + Steering (rough estimate: 204 tests, 95% interval 1.5–2.0)1.8liftexpected joint rate2024204
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment + Suspension1.8liftexpected joint rate2024753
Steering + Tyres (rough estimate: 33 tests, 95% interval 1.2–2.4)1.7liftexpected joint rate202433
Suspension + Visibility (rough estimate: 304 tests, 95% interval 1.5–1.9)1.7liftexpected joint rate2024304
Brakes + Steering (rough estimate: 77 tests, 95% interval 1.2–2.0)1.6liftexpected joint rate202477
Steering + Visibility (rough estimate: 75 tests, 95% interval 1.2–2.0)1.6liftexpected joint rate202475
Noise, emissions and leaks + Tyres (rough estimate: 26 tests, 95% interval 1.0–2.2)1.5liftexpected joint rate202426
Identification of the vehicle + Suspension (seen together; too few for a multiplier)19tests with both202419
Brakes + Identification of the vehicle (seen together; too few for a multiplier)15tests with both202415
Identification of the vehicle + Visibility (seen together; too few for a multiplier)13tests with both202413
Body, chassis, structure + Identification of the vehicle (seen together; too few for a multiplier)13tests with both202413
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment + Road Wheels (seen together; too few for a multiplier)12tests with both202412
Road Wheels + Suspension (seen together; too few for a multiplier)11tests with both202411
Identification of the vehicle + Noise, emissions and leaks (seen together; too few for a multiplier)9tests with both20249
Brakes + Road Wheels (seen together; too few for a multiplier)8tests with both20248
Body, chassis, structure + Road Wheels (seen together; too few for a multiplier)7tests with both20247
Identification of the vehicle + Steering (seen together; too few for a multiplier)6tests with both20246
Road Wheels + Visibility (seen together; too few for a multiplier)5tests with both20245

Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: 2024 · n = 634 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV

Has the Mazda MPV had safety recalls?

DVSA lists 4 safety recall campaigns matched to the Mazda MPV; check whether yours has been fixed, using its registration number.

Mazda MPV: the numbers behind this answer (DVSA register)
MeasureValueUnitCompared withYearsTests
DVSA recall campaigns matched4campaignsDVSA registerDVSA register634

Source: DVSA register; recall effect covers 11 of 761 models · Window: DVSA register · n = 634 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV

Does the month of a Mazda MPV MOT matter?

Mazda MPVs fail first time most in February (56.2%, against 30.0% for all cars that month) and least in August (44.8%) (2024, n = 634).

line · Mazda MPV · January · 53.1 vs 31.1 · 2024
January: 53.1. December: 46.7. DVSA MOT bulk data, 24 Sep 2026.
Mazda MPV: the numbers behind this answer (2024)
MeasureValueUnitCompared withYearsTests
January53.1% fail first time31.12024448
February56.2% fail first time30.02024340
March52.6% fail first time28.32024420
April46.9% fail first time29.82024407
May50.9% fail first time28.82024403
June48.9% fail first time28.12024462
July50.9% fail first time29.32024515
August44.8% fail first time29.22024467
Full table
Further values · 2024
MeasureValueUnitCompared withYearsTests
September49% fail first time28.22024402
October50.6% fail first time30.32024480
November47.9% fail first time30.62024372
December46.7% fail first time29.32024240

Source: DVSA MOT bulk data · Window: 2024 · n = 634 (initial tests) · Method: one initial test per test_id · Updated: 24 Sep 2026 · Release: dvsa-2024-v2 · CSV

Not enough tests for… (and why)

Does the Mazda MPV fail inspections in other countries too?

no match in the other-country inspection register. 634 initial Mazda MPV 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 = 634 (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). 634 initial Mazda MPV tests are in the published model cohort.

Source: European Commission OBFCM; covers 19 of 761 models · Window: 2021+ cohorts · n = 634 (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 MPV 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-mpv/

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Mazda MPV MOT: quick answers

What is the Mazda MPV first-time MOT pass rate?

48.4% of first attempts passed in 2024 (634 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 634 primary tests: 51.58% failed first time and 54.4% passed when cars fixed at the test centre (PRS) count as passes. The age-adjusted MOT Risk Index 133.1 is shown separately.