2013 Mazda Mpv — MOT failures & pass rate
287 MOT tests on the 2013 Mazda Mpv are in this dataset, and 67.3% of them passed. That is 13.3 percentage points worse than all cars of a similar age, which fail at 19.5%. Failures cluster in lighting & signalling, suspension and emissions & environmental.
What the MOT record shows
No single area dominates — lighting & signalling (17.1%) and suspension (16.0%) are close, so failures are spread across several systems rather than one weak point.
At component level the recurring items are component mounting prescribed areas, rear fog lamp and catalyst emissions — component mounting prescribed areas alone was recorded 43 times.
A 150k+ example is materially riskier than a 60-90k one: 37.9% versus 18.2%.
Suspension is the most common advisory, noted on 30.0% of tests — work that passed today but is likely due soon.
The trend is worsening — 27.8% of tests failed in 2021 against 36.1% in 2025, the usual pattern as a fleet ages.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lighting & signalling | 17.1% | 49 |
| 2 | Suspension | 16.0% | 46 |
| 3 | Emissions & environmental | 9.8% | 28 |
| 4 | Brakes | 9.4% | 27 |
| 5 | Body, structure & corrosion | 7.7% | 22 |
| 6 | Steering | 4.9% | 14 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Component mounting prescribed areas | 43 |
| 2 | Rear fog lamp | 23 |
| 3 | Catalyst emissions | 23 |
| 4 | Service brake performance | 20 |
| 5 | Position lamp | 17 |
| 6 | Integral vehicle structure condition | 13 |
Top advisory categories
Advisories aren't failures, but they flag work likely needed soon — useful when budgeting.
| # | Category | % of tests with advisory | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Suspension | 30.0% | 86 |
| 2 | Brakes | 24.4% | 70 |
| 3 | Tyres | 21.9% | 63 |
| 4 | Lighting & signalling | 19.9% | 57 |
| 5 | Body, structure & corrosion | 13.6% | 39 |
| 6 | Emissions & environmental | 10.8% | 31 |
Failure rate by mileage
Higher-mileage cars tend to fail more — often the most useful guide to real condition.
| Mileage band | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 60-90k | 33 | 18.2% |
| 90-120k | 80 | 41.3% |
| 120-150k | 56 | 17.9% |
| 150k+ | 116 | 37.9% |
Failure rate by age
By fuel type
| Fuel | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| Petrol | 206 | 34.0% |
| Diesel | 73 | 31.5% |
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 72 | 27.8% |
| 2022 | 70 | 37.1% |
| 2023 | 70 | 32.9% |
| 2024 | 39 | 30.8% |
| 2025 | 36 | 36.1% |
What to check before buying a 2013 Mpv
The failure pattern for this year is specific enough to inspect against: lighting & signalling accounted for 17.1% of tests. Start there.
- Lighting & signalling (17.1% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Suspension (16.0% of tests): Worn drop links, bushes, springs or shocks — listen for knocks over bumps and check for uneven tyre wear. Typical repair: £150–£450 per corner.
- Emissions & environmental (9.8% of tests): More common on older diesels (DPF/EGR) — can be expensive; check for warning lights and smoke. Typical repair: £100–£600.
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 2013 Mazda Mpvs pass their MOT?
67.3% of the 287 2013 Mazda Mpv MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 32.8% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2013 Mazda Mpv?
Lighting & signalling, recorded in 17.1% of tests, followed by suspension (16.0%).
Does the 2013 Mpv get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 18.2% in the 60-90k band to 37.9% in the 150k+ band.
Methodology & source. Based on 287 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.