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Mazda 2 GT Sport Nav MHEV Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Mazda 2 GT Sport Nav MHEV reliable? We analysed 10,247 real MOT tests across 3,173 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 10,247 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
91.6%
Typical Mileage
20,877mi
Annual Mileage
5,011mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
yrs

The Mazda 2 GT Sport Nav MHEV is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Mazda 2 GT Sport Nav MHEV.

Mazda 2 GT Sport Nav MHEV Number Plates

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Mazda 2 GT Sport Nav MHEV MOT Pass Rate by Year

How likely is a Mazda 2 GT Sport Nav MHEV to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.

91.6%
2021
91.6%
2020
91.2%
2019

Mazda 2 GT Sport Nav MHEV Common Faults & Problems

These are the most common serious faults found on Mazda 2 GT Sport Nav MHEV models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 73
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 32
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 27
Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 20

Mazda 2 GT Sport Nav MHEV Mileage — What's Normal?

How many miles does a typical Mazda 2 GT Sport Nav MHEV owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.

Low usage
3,098 mi/yr
Typical
5,011 mi/yr
Average
5,915 mi/yr
Heavy usage
7,743 mi/yr

Mazda 2 GT Sport Nav MHEV MOT Data by Registration Year

Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Mazda 2 GT Sport Nav MHEV year you're looking at.

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2021 3,931 91.6% 14,176 20,698 29,542
2020 5,859 91.6% 13,762 20,707 30,293
2019 204 91.2% 13,513 21,321 34,799

How Long Does a Mazda 2 GT Sport Nav MHEV Last?

Based on 3,173 Mazda 2 GT Sport Nav MHEV vehicles on UK roads.

Average
4.1 years
Median
4.0 years

Mazda 2 GT Sport Nav MHEV Mileage Distribution

Total mileage recorded across all Mazda 2 GT Sport Nav MHEV MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.

Median
20,877 mi
75th Percentile
30,419 mi
95th Percentile
47,976 mi
Max Recorded
148,515 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Mazda 2 GT Sport Nav MHEV

Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.

Best year
2020

91.6% MOT pass rate from 5,859 tests

Year to avoid
2019

91.2% MOT pass rate from 204 tests

The best year to buy a used Mazda 2 GT Sport Nav MHEV is 2020, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 91.6% across 5,859 tests. The 2019 model year has the lowest pass rate at 91.2% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.

How Does the Mazda 2 GT Sport Nav MHEV Compare?

MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.

Model Pass Rate Tests Typical Mileage Lifespan
Mazda 2 GT Sport Nav MHEV THIS CAR 91.6% 10,247 20,877 mi — yrs
Mazda MX-5 76.5% 2,502,760 63,190 mi 36 yrs
Mazda 3 77.5% 2,040,939 61,041 mi 22 yrs
Mazda 6 75.4% 1,904,140 77,387 mi 24 yrs
Toyota Ipsum 72.4% 4,018 98,129 mi 30 yrs

Compared to the Mazda MX-5 (76.5% pass rate) and the Mazda 3 (77.5% pass rate), the Mazda 2 GT Sport Nav MHEV outperforms both on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Mazda 2 GT Sport Nav MHEV?

The Mazda 2 GT Sport Nav MHEV has an overall MOT pass rate of 91.6% across 10,247 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.

On the safety side, the most frequently flagged dangerous fault is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick. Dangerous faults cause an immediate MOT failure and mean the vehicle is not roadworthy until repaired. If you're viewing a Mazda 2 GT Sport Nav MHEV with an expired or recently passed MOT, ask the seller whether any dangerous faults were found and fixed during the last test.

A typical Mazda 2 GT Sport Nav MHEV owner drives around 5,011 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.

Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.

Mazda 2 GT Sport Nav MHEV — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Mazda 2 GT Sport Nav MHEV reliable?
Based on 10,247 MOT tests, the Mazda 2 GT Sport Nav MHEV has a 91.6% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Mazda 2 GT Sport Nav MHEV?
The most common failure point is general wear and tear.
How many miles does a Mazda 2 GT Sport Nav MHEV do per year?
The typical Mazda 2 GT Sport Nav MHEV does around 5,011 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Mazda 2 GT Sport Nav MHEV last?
Lifespan data is not yet available for this model.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Mazda 2 GT Sport Nav MHEV?
Yes. An MOT pass rate tells you about the model in general, but a vehicle history check reveals the specific car's finance, stolen, write-off and mileage history — things the seller may not disclose.
What is the best year to buy a Mazda 2 GT Sport Nav MHEV?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Mazda 2 GT Sport Nav MHEV is 2020 with a 91.6% pass rate across 5,859 tests.