Mazda 2: tyres MOT failures
Tyres was a recorded failure area in 5.1% of Mazda 2 MOT tests in this dataset. It is most prominent on 2007, 2008 cars.
Usually a quick, known-cost fix, but check tread, age and uneven wear (which can hint at alignment or suspension issues). Typical repair cost: £50–£120 per tyre (rough UK ballpark, not a quote).
Tyres failures by year
| Model year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2005 | 8,521 | 5.7% |
| 2006 | 9,643 | 6.1% |
| 2007 | 19,339 | 6.3% |
| 2008 | 56,553 | 6.3% |
| 2009 | 84,549 | 5.9% |
| 2015 | 58,070 | 4.2% |
| 2016 | 57,804 | 3.6% |
| 2017 | 42,230 | 2.9% |
Methodology & source. Dataset: DVSA MOT testing data (2021,2022,2023,2024,2025). Data last updated 2026-07-01. Figures reflect MOT-testable defects only — read the methodology for how these are calculated and what they don't measure.