Mazda Mx-30 -L Lux Ev MOT pass rate & common failures
1,238 MOT tests on the Mazda Mx-30 -L Lux Ev (2021–2022) give it a 91.6% pass rate. That is effectively the same as all cars of a similar age (8.6% fail rate), so the MOT record here is unremarkable in either direction. Its most common failure areas are tyres, visibility and lighting & signalling.
What the MOT record shows
Tyres dominates the failure mix at 6.2% of all tests — 3.5 points clear of visibility, so it is the first thing to check.
At component level the recurring items are tread depth, headlamp aim and wipers — tread depth alone was recorded 39 times.
Advisories point at the next bill rather than this one: tyres was flagged on 21.8% of tests without failing them.
How it compares
By model year
Every Mx-30 -L Lux Ev model year with a usable sample. Years with their own detailed report are linked.
| Year | Tests | Pass rate | Fail rate | Most common failure |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 1,009 | 91.3% | 8.7% | Tyres |
| 2022 | 229 | 93.0% | 7.0% | Tyres |
Most common failures (all years)
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 6.2% | 77 |
| 2 | Visibility | 2.8% | 34 |
| 3 | Lighting & signalling | 2.6% | 32 |
| 4 | Brakes | 1.1% | 13 |
| 5 | Suspension | 0.6% | 7 |
| 6 | Body, structure & corrosion | 0.2% | 3 |
| 7 | Other defects | 0.2% | 2 |
| 8 | Seat belts & restraints | 0.2% | 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 | 39 |
| 2 | Headlamp aim | 36 |
| 3 | Wipers | 19 |
| 4 | Washers | 19 |
| 5 | Brake discs | 10 |
| 6 | Shock absorbers | 9 |
| 7 | Brake pads | 7 |
| 8 | Position lamp | 4 |
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 | 21.8% | 270 |
| 2 | Brakes | 12.9% | 160 |
| 3 | Suspension | 8.9% | 110 |
| 4 | Other defects | 7.1% | 88 |
| 5 | Visibility | 2.0% | 25 |
| 6 | Seat belts & restraints | 0.2% | 3 |
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 | 941 | 7.5% |
| 30-60k | 288 | 10.4% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 500 | 8.2% |
| 2025 | 733 | 8.6% |
What to check before buying a Mazda Mx-30 -L Lux Ev
- Tyres (6.2% 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 (2.8% 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.
- Lighting & signalling (2.6% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£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
What is the MOT pass rate for the Mazda Mx-30 -L Lux Ev?
91.6% of the 1,238 Mazda Mx-30 -L Lux Ev MOT tests in this dataset passed, an 8.4% fail rate, across model years 2021–2022.
What does the Mazda Mx-30 -L Lux Ev most often fail its MOT on?
Tyres, recorded in 6.2% of tests, then visibility (2.8%).
Methodology & source. Based on 1,238 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.