Mazda 5
MOT data from 15,846 tests in 2024. Pass rate: 69.6%. Average mileage at test: 105,959 miles.
Common failure reasons
| Reason | Count |
|---|---|
| a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn | 2,381 |
| a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 659 |
| a suspension joint dust cover missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc | 608 |
| the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements | 549 |
| tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements | 515 |
| a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm | 453 |
| a shock absorber damaged to the extent that it does not function or showing signs of severe leakage | 439 |
| exhaust system leaking or insecure | 418 |
| a transmission shaft constant velocity joint boot missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc | 417 |
| a tyre cords visible or damaged | 410 |
Pass rate by fuel type
| Fuel | Tests | Pass rate |
|---|---|---|
| Petrol | 11,813 | 69.2% |
| Diesel | 4,024 | 70.8% |
By registration year
| Year | Tests | Pass rate | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2005 | 279 | 60.9% | |
| Top failures: a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, a transmission shaft constant velocity joint boot missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc, a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | |||
| 2006 | 1,006 | 63.9% | |
| Top failures: a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, the strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any sub-frame, spring or suspension component mounting (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired, the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements | |||
| 2007 | 2,308 | 65.7% | |
| Top failures: a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements, a suspension joint dust cover missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc | |||
| 2008 | 2,973 | 68.5% | |
| Top failures: a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, a suspension joint dust cover missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc, the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements | |||
| 2009 | 2,082 | 68.6% | |
| Top failures: a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning, the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements | |||
| 2010 | 2,393 | 69.4% | |
| Top failures: a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning, a suspension joint dust cover missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc | |||
| 2011 | 1,270 | 72.4% | |
| Top failures: a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, a suspension joint dust cover missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc, a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | |||
| 2012 | 1,197 | 74.1% | |
| Top failures: a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm, a tyre cords visible or damaged | |||
| 2013 | 844 | 75.8% | |
| Top failures: a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, a shock absorber damaged to the extent that it does not function or showing signs of severe leakage, a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | |||
| 2014 | 621 | 73.8% | |
| Top failures: a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, a tyre seriously damaged | |||
| 2015 | 812 | 77.5% | |
| Top failures: a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm | |||
Mileage at test
25th percentile
74,363 mi
Median
100,064 mi
75th percentile
119,042 mi
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