2022 Mazda 2 Gt — MOT failures & pass rate
2,312 MOT tests on the 2022 Mazda 2 Gt are in this dataset, and 95.1% of them passed. That is 3.2 percentage points better than all cars of a similar age, which fail at 8.1%. Failures cluster in tyres, lighting & signalling and brakes.
What the MOT record shows
No single area dominates — tyres (2.8%) and lighting & signalling (2.3%) are close, so failures are spread across several systems rather than one weak point.
At component level the recurring items are headlamp aim, brake pads and wipers — headlamp aim alone was recorded 64 times.
Advisories point at the next bill rather than this one: tyres was flagged on 12.1% of tests without failing them.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 2.8% | 65 |
| 2 | Lighting & signalling | 2.3% | 53 |
| 3 | Brakes | 1.8% | 42 |
| 4 | Visibility | 1.4% | 33 |
| 5 | Body, structure & corrosion | 0.1% | 2 |
| 6 | Road wheels | 0.0% | 1 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Headlamp aim | 64 |
| 2 | Brake pads | 40 |
| 3 | Wipers | 21 |
| 4 | Washers | 19 |
| 5 | Tread depth | 12 |
| 6 | Stop lamp | 7 |
Top advisory categories
Advisories aren't failures, but they flag work likely needed soon — useful when budgeting.
| # | Category | % of tests with advisory | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 12.1% | 280 |
| 2 | Brakes | 7.9% | 182 |
| 3 | Other defects | 3.3% | 76 |
| 4 | Visibility | 1.8% | 42 |
| 5 | Suspension | 0.8% | 18 |
| 6 | Road wheels | 0.3% | 7 |
Failure rate by mileage
Higher-mileage cars tend to fail more — often the most useful guide to real condition.
| Mileage band | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 0-30k | 1,983 | 4.1% |
| 30-60k | 318 | 10.1% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 121 | 4.1% |
| 2025 | 2,191 | 5.0% |
What to check before buying a 2022 2 Gt
On a 2022 2 Gt, tyres is what the MOT record says goes wrong most — it appeared in 2.8% of tests. Check these areas before you commit.
- Tyres (2.8% of tests): Usually a quick, known-cost fix, but check tread, age and uneven wear (which can hint at alignment or suspension issues). Typical repair: £50–£120 per tyre.
- Lighting & signalling (2.3% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Brakes (1.8% of tests): Pads/discs are routine wear; binding, imbalance or corroded pipes are more serious — test for pulling under braking. Typical repair: £100–£350 per axle.
Repair costs are rough UK ballpark ranges to set expectations, not quotes — actual prices vary widely by car, parts and garage.
Frequently asked questions
How many 2022 Mazda 2 Gts pass their MOT?
95.1% of the 2,312 2022 Mazda 2 Gt MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 4.9% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2022 Mazda 2 Gt?
Tyres, recorded in 2.8% of tests, followed by lighting & signalling (2.3%).
Does the 2022 2 Gt get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 4.1% in the 0-30k band to 10.1% in the 30-60k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 2,312 MOT tests. Dataset: DVSA MOT testing data (2021,2022,2023,2024,2025). Data last updated 2026-07-27. Figures reflect MOT-testable defects only — read the methodology for how these are calculated and what they don't measure.