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Mazda CX-30 GT Sport MHEV Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Mazda CX-30 GT Sport MHEV reliable? We analysed 7,257 real MOT tests across 2,681 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 7,257 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
91.9%
Typical Mileage
26,156mi
Annual Mileage
6,514mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
yrs

The Mazda CX-30 GT Sport MHEV is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Mazda CX-30 GT Sport MHEV.

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Mazda CX-30 GT Sport MHEV MOT Pass Rate by Year

How likely is a Mazda CX-30 GT Sport MHEV to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.

90.8%
2023
92.2%
2022
92.1%
2021
91.8%
2020
94.6%
2019

Mazda CX-30 GT Sport MHEV Common Faults & Problems

These are the most common serious faults found on Mazda CX-30 GT Sport MHEV models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 50
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 30
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 15

Mazda CX-30 GT Sport MHEV Mileage — What's Normal?

How many miles does a typical Mazda CX-30 GT Sport MHEV owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.

Low usage
4,276 mi/yr
Typical
6,514 mi/yr
Average
7,560 mi/yr
Heavy usage
9,275 mi/yr

Mazda CX-30 GT Sport MHEV MOT Data by Registration Year

Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Mazda CX-30 GT Sport MHEV year you're looking at.

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2023 284 90.8% 16,380 21,960 31,566
2022 691 92.2% 16,902 23,581 31,522
2021 2,518 92.1% 18,396 25,764 35,036
2020 3,493 91.8% 19,106 27,058 36,952
2019 56 94.6% 13,098 18,530 28,706

How Long Does a Mazda CX-30 GT Sport MHEV Last?

Based on 2,681 Mazda CX-30 GT Sport MHEV vehicles on UK roads.

Average
3.6 years
Median
4.0 years

Mazda CX-30 GT Sport MHEV Mileage Distribution

Total mileage recorded across all Mazda CX-30 GT Sport MHEV MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.

Median
26,156 mi
75th Percentile
35,623 mi
95th Percentile
54,885 mi
Max Recorded
152,604 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Mazda CX-30 GT Sport MHEV

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

Best year
2019

94.6% MOT pass rate from 56 tests

Year to avoid
2023

90.8% MOT pass rate from 284 tests

The best year to buy a used Mazda CX-30 GT Sport MHEV is 2019, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 94.6% across 56 tests. The 2023 model year has the lowest pass rate at 90.8% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.

How Does the Mazda CX-30 GT Sport MHEV Compare?

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

Model Pass Rate Tests Typical Mileage Lifespan
Mazda CX-30 GT Sport MHEV THIS CAR 91.9% 7,257 26,156 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
Citroen Berlingo 1000 En-prse Ptech Ss 77.8% 2,261 35,110 mi — yrs

Compared to the Mazda MX-5 (76.5% pass rate) and the Mazda 3 (77.5% pass rate), the Mazda CX-30 GT Sport MHEV outperforms both on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Mazda CX-30 GT Sport MHEV?

The Mazda CX-30 GT Sport MHEV has an overall MOT pass rate of 91.9% across 7,257 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 tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm. Dangerous faults cause an immediate MOT failure and mean the vehicle is not roadworthy until repaired. If you're viewing a Mazda CX-30 GT Sport 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 CX-30 GT Sport MHEV owner drives around 6,514 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 CX-30 GT Sport MHEV — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Mazda CX-30 GT Sport MHEV reliable?
Based on 7,257 MOT tests, the Mazda CX-30 GT Sport MHEV has a 91.9% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Mazda CX-30 GT Sport MHEV?
The most common failure point is general wear and tear.
How many miles does a Mazda CX-30 GT Sport MHEV do per year?
The typical Mazda CX-30 GT Sport MHEV does around 6,514 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Mazda CX-30 GT Sport MHEV last?
Lifespan data is not yet available for this model.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Mazda CX-30 GT Sport 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 CX-30 GT Sport MHEV?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Mazda CX-30 GT Sport MHEV is 2019 with a 94.6% pass rate across 56 tests.