2022 Mazda Cx-30 -L Mhev — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 411 MOT tests analysed for the 2022 Mazda Cx-30 -L Mhev, the most common recorded failure areas were tyres, visibility and brakes. Its pass rate of 92.7% was above the average for cars of a similar age (91.7%).
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 3.9% | 16 |
| 2 | Visibility | 1.9% | 8 |
| 3 | Brakes | 1.2% | 5 |
| 4 | Lighting & signalling | 1.0% | 4 |
| 5 | Suspension | 0.7% | 3 |
| 6 | Other defects | 0.5% | 2 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tread depth | 18 |
| 2 | Brake pads | 6 |
| 3 | Shock absorbers | 4 |
| 4 | Washers | 3 |
| 5 | Registration plates | 3 |
| 6 | Daytime running lamps | 2 |
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 | 24.1% | 99 |
| 2 | Brakes | 21.2% | 87 |
| 3 | Suspension | 8.8% | 36 |
| 4 | Other defects | 6.3% | 26 |
| 5 | Visibility | 2.7% | 11 |
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 | 300 | 6.0% |
| 30-60k | 101 | 10.9% |
What to check before buying a 2022 Cx-30 -L Mhev
Before buying a 2022 Mazda Cx-30 -L Mhev, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Tyres accounted for 3.9% of tests for this year.
- Tyres (3.9% 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 (1.9% 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.
- Brakes (1.2% 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 Cx-30 -L Mhevs pass their MOT?
92.7% of the 411 2022 Mazda Cx-30 -L Mhev MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 7.3% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2022 Mazda Cx-30 -L Mhev?
Tyres, recorded in 3.9% of tests, followed by visibility (1.9%).
Does the 2022 Cx-30 -L Mhev get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 6.0% in the 0-30k band to 10.9% in the 30-60k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 411 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.