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

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Is the Mazda 2 Sport Nav Auto reliable? We analysed 3,344 real MOT tests across 1,064 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 3,344 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
92.1%
Typical Mileage
16,450mi
Annual Mileage
4,010mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
yrs

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

Mazda 2 Sport Nav Auto Number Plates

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

Mazda 2 Sport Nav Auto MOT Pass Rate by Year

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

92.3%
2021
92%
2020
94.4%
2019

Mazda 2 Sport Nav Auto Common Faults & Problems

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

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 15
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 6

Mazda 2 Sport Nav Auto Mileage — What's Normal?

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

Low usage
2,366 mi/yr
Typical
4,010 mi/yr
Average
5,007 mi/yr
Heavy usage
6,583 mi/yr

Mazda 2 Sport Nav Auto MOT Data by Registration Year

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

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2021 1,201 92.3% 10,378 16,149 23,615
2020 1,884 92.0% 10,312 16,796 25,842
2019 178 94.4% 7,734 12,054 20,473

How Long Does a Mazda 2 Sport Nav Auto Last?

Based on 1,064 Mazda 2 Sport Nav Auto vehicles on UK roads.

Average
4.1 years
Median
4.0 years

Mazda 2 Sport Nav Auto Mileage Distribution

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

Median
16,450 mi
75th Percentile
24,847 mi
95th Percentile
42,111 mi
Max Recorded
124,041 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Mazda 2 Sport Nav Auto

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

Best year
2019

94.4% MOT pass rate from 178 tests

Year to avoid
2020

92.0% MOT pass rate from 1,884 tests

The best year to buy a used Mazda 2 Sport Nav Auto is 2019, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 94.4% across 178 tests. The 2020 model year has the lowest pass rate at 92.0% — 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 Sport Nav Auto Compare?

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

Model Pass Rate Tests Typical Mileage Lifespan
Mazda 2 Sport Nav Auto THIS CAR 92.1% 3,344 16,450 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
Renault R4 67% 5,580 86,882 mi 47 yrs

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

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Should you buy a used Mazda 2 Sport Nav Auto?

The Mazda 2 Sport Nav Auto has an overall MOT pass rate of 92.1% across 3,344 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 Sport Nav Auto 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 Sport Nav Auto owner drives around 4,010 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 Sport Nav Auto — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Mazda 2 Sport Nav Auto reliable?
Based on 3,344 MOT tests, the Mazda 2 Sport Nav Auto has a 92.1% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Mazda 2 Sport Nav Auto?
The most common failure point is general wear and tear.
How many miles does a Mazda 2 Sport Nav Auto do per year?
The typical Mazda 2 Sport Nav Auto does around 4,010 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Mazda 2 Sport Nav Auto last?
Lifespan data is not yet available for this model.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Mazda 2 Sport Nav Auto?
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 Sport Nav Auto?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Mazda 2 Sport Nav Auto is 2019 with a 94.4% pass rate across 178 tests.