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Mazda 2 Se-l Nav MHEV Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Mazda 2 Se-l Nav MHEV reliable? We analysed 4,401 real MOT tests across 1,349 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 4,401 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
91.4%
Typical Mileage
21,861mi
Annual Mileage
5,338mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
yrs

The Mazda 2 Se-l 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 Se-l Nav MHEV.

Mazda 2 Se-l Nav MHEV Number Plates

Number plates registered to a Mazda 2 Se-l Nav MHEV. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.

Mazda 2 Se-l Nav MHEV MOT Pass Rate by Year

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

91.6%
2021
91.2%
2020
90.7%
2019

Mazda 2 Se-l Nav MHEV Common Faults & Problems

These are the most common serious faults found on Mazda 2 Se-l 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 38
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 35
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 21
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 8

Mazda 2 Se-l Nav MHEV Mileage — What's Normal?

How many miles does a typical Mazda 2 Se-l 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
3,158 mi/yr
Typical
5,338 mi/yr
Average
6,378 mi/yr
Heavy usage
8,497 mi/yr

Mazda 2 Se-l Nav MHEV MOT Data by Registration Year

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

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2021 1,599 91.6% 13,699 20,823 30,436
2020 2,574 91.2% 14,436 22,132 33,171
2019 118 90.7% 15,878 25,361 36,410

How Long Does a Mazda 2 Se-l Nav MHEV Last?

Based on 1,349 Mazda 2 Se-l Nav MHEV vehicles on UK roads.

Average
4.2 years
Median
4.0 years

Mazda 2 Se-l Nav MHEV Mileage Distribution

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

Median
21,861 mi
75th Percentile
32,424 mi
95th Percentile
53,321 mi
Max Recorded
191,306 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Mazda 2 Se-l Nav MHEV

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

Best year
2021

91.6% MOT pass rate from 1,599 tests

Year to avoid
2019

90.7% MOT pass rate from 118 tests

The best year to buy a used Mazda 2 Se-l Nav MHEV is 2021, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 91.6% across 1,599 tests. The 2019 model year has the lowest pass rate at 90.7% — 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 Se-l 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 Se-l Nav MHEV THIS CAR 91.4% 4,401 21,861 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
Freight Rover Sherpa 350 Cc 63.2% 1,537 82,252 mi 40 yrs

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

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Should you buy a used Mazda 2 Se-l Nav MHEV?

The Mazda 2 Se-l Nav MHEV has an overall MOT pass rate of 91.4% across 4,401 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 Se-l 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 Se-l Nav MHEV owner drives around 5,338 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 Se-l Nav MHEV — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Mazda 2 Se-l Nav MHEV reliable?
Based on 4,401 MOT tests, the Mazda 2 Se-l Nav MHEV has a 91.4% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Mazda 2 Se-l Nav MHEV?
The most common failure point is general wear and tear.
How many miles does a Mazda 2 Se-l Nav MHEV do per year?
The typical Mazda 2 Se-l Nav MHEV does around 5,338 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Mazda 2 Se-l Nav MHEV last?
Lifespan data is not yet available for this model.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Mazda 2 Se-l 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 Se-l Nav MHEV?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Mazda 2 Se-l Nav MHEV is 2021 with a 91.6% pass rate across 1,599 tests.