Mazda 6: tyres MOT failures
Tyres was a recorded failure area in 4.9% of Mazda 6 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 2004 | 3,660 | 5.3% |
| 2005 | 7,689 | 5.1% |
| 2007 | 20,110 | 5.7% |
| 2008 | 27,379 | 5.8% |
| 2016 | 40,574 | 4.2% |
| 2017 | 26,873 | 4.1% |
| 2018 | 18,016 | 3.9% |
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.