2019 Mazda Cx-3 Gt + — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 1,438 MOT tests analysed for the 2019 Mazda Cx-3 Gt +, the most common recorded failure areas were brakes, tyres and visibility. Its pass rate of 94.1% was above the average for cars of a similar age (89.8%).
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Brakes | 2.6% | 38 |
| 2 | Tyres | 2.6% | 38 |
| 3 | Visibility | 2.4% | 34 |
| 4 | Lighting & signalling | 1.8% | 26 |
| 5 | Seat belts & restraints | 0.1% | 1 |
| 6 | Suspension | 0.1% | 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 | 38 |
| 2 | Wipers | 36 |
| 3 | Brake pads | 34 |
| 4 | Washers | 9 |
| 5 | Tread depth | 7 |
| 6 | Brake discs | 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 | Brakes | 20.8% | 299 |
| 2 | Tyres | 18.2% | 262 |
| 3 | Other defects | 4.8% | 69 |
| 4 | Visibility | 4.0% | 58 |
| 5 | Suspension | 1.1% | 16 |
| 6 | Lighting & signalling | 0.4% | 6 |
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 | 956 | 4.5% |
| 30-60k | 452 | 8.2% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 345 | 3.2% |
| 2023 | 367 | 6.8% |
| 2024 | 357 | 6.4% |
| 2025 | 368 | 7.1% |
What to check before buying a 2019 Cx-3 Gt +
Before buying a 2019 Mazda Cx-3 Gt +, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Brakes accounted for 2.6% of tests for this year.
- Brakes (2.6% 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.
- Tyres (2.6% 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.
- Visibility (2.4% of tests): Wipers, washers, mirrors and screen damage — usually inexpensive, but check for chips in the driver's line of sight. Typical repair: £15–£150.
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 2019 Mazda Cx-3 Gt +s pass their MOT?
94.1% of the 1,438 2019 Mazda Cx-3 Gt + MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 5.9% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2019 Mazda Cx-3 Gt +?
Brakes, recorded in 2.6% of tests, followed by tyres (2.6%).
Does the 2019 Cx-3 Gt + get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 4.5% in the 0-30k band to 8.2% in the 30-60k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 1,438 MOT tests. 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.