Mazda 5 TS2 Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Mazda 5 TS2 reliable? We analysed 1,023 real MOT tests across 249 vehicles to find out.
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The Mazda 5 TS2 is about average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include brake binding, brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick and tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Mazda 5 TS2.
Mazda 5 TS2 Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Mazda 5 TS2. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Mazda 5 TS2 Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Mazda 5 TS2 fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Mazda 5 TS2 Common Faults & Problems
These are the most common serious faults found on Mazda 5 TS2 models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.
Mazda 5 TS2 Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Mazda 5 TS2 owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Mazda 5 TS2 Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Mazda 5 TS2 MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.
How Does the Mazda 5 TS2 Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mazda 5 TS2 THIS CAR | 71.2% | 1,023 | 95,876 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 Trafic LL30 Black ED Engy DCI | 83.8% | 1,087 | 45,268 mi | — yrs |
Compared to the Mazda MX-5 (76.5% pass rate) and the Mazda 3 (77.5% pass rate), the Mazda 5 TS2 trails behind on MOT reliability.
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The Mazda 5 TS2 has an overall MOT pass rate of 71.2% across 1,023 real MOT tests — roughly in line with the UK average.
The most common problems on the Mazda 5 TS2 are brake binding (1 recorded failures), brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1), and tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (1). These are the faults most likely to cause an MOT failure on this model, so check for them carefully on any test drive or pre-purchase inspection. Many are wear-and-tear items that can be budgeted for, but a car that's already failing on multiple fronts may signal neglected maintenance.
On the safety side, the most frequently flagged dangerous fault is tyre has ply or cords exposed. Dangerous faults cause an immediate MOT failure and mean the vehicle is not roadworthy until repaired. If you're viewing a Mazda 5 TS2 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 5 TS2 owner drives around 6,343 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.