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Mazda CX-30 GT Sport MHEV 4X4 Auto Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Mazda CX-30 GT Sport MHEV 4X4 Auto reliable? We analysed 515 real MOT tests across 166 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 515 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
93.2%
Typical Mileage
24,269mi
Annual Mileage
5,872mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
yrs

The Mazda CX-30 GT Sport MHEV 4X4 Auto 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 4X4 Auto.

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Mazda CX-30 GT Sport MHEV 4X4 Auto MOT Pass Rate by Year

How likely is a Mazda CX-30 GT Sport MHEV 4X4 Auto to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.

95.3%
2021
92.9%
2020

Mazda CX-30 GT Sport MHEV 4X4 Auto Common Faults & Problems

These are the most common serious faults found on Mazda CX-30 GT Sport MHEV 4X4 Auto models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 2
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 2155518 2
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 2
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1
Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 1

Mazda CX-30 GT Sport MHEV 4X4 Auto Mileage — What's Normal?

How many miles does a typical Mazda CX-30 GT Sport MHEV 4X4 Auto owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.

Low usage
4,153 mi/yr
Typical
5,872 mi/yr
Average
6,588 mi/yr
Heavy usage
8,516 mi/yr

Mazda CX-30 GT Sport MHEV 4X4 Auto 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 4X4 Auto year you're looking at.

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2021 64 95.3% 13,139 20,653 28,415
2020 410 92.9% 16,981 24,144 33,136

How Long Does a Mazda CX-30 GT Sport MHEV 4X4 Auto Last?

Based on 166 Mazda CX-30 GT Sport MHEV 4X4 Auto vehicles on UK roads.

Average
4.0 years
Median
4.0 years

Mazda CX-30 GT Sport MHEV 4X4 Auto Mileage Distribution

Total mileage recorded across all Mazda CX-30 GT Sport MHEV 4X4 Auto MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.

Median
24,269 mi
75th Percentile
33,196 mi
95th Percentile
53,671 mi
Max Recorded
77,148 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Mazda CX-30 GT Sport MHEV 4X4 Auto

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

Best year
2021

95.3% MOT pass rate from 64 tests

Year to avoid
2020

92.9% MOT pass rate from 410 tests

The best year to buy a used Mazda CX-30 GT Sport MHEV 4X4 Auto is 2021, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 95.3% across 64 tests. The 2020 model year has the lowest pass rate at 92.9% — 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 4X4 Auto 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 4X4 Auto THIS CAR 93.2% 515 24,269 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
Hyundai I30 SE Connect MHEV CRDI 88.2% 229 35,578 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 4X4 Auto outperforms both on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Mazda CX-30 GT Sport MHEV 4X4 Auto?

The Mazda CX-30 GT Sport MHEV 4X4 Auto has an overall MOT pass rate of 93.2% across 515 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 CX-30 GT Sport MHEV 4X4 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 CX-30 GT Sport MHEV 4X4 Auto owner drives around 5,872 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 4X4 Auto — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Mazda CX-30 GT Sport MHEV 4X4 Auto reliable?
Based on 515 MOT tests, the Mazda CX-30 GT Sport MHEV 4X4 Auto has a 93.2% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Mazda CX-30 GT Sport MHEV 4X4 Auto?
The most common failure point is general wear and tear.
How many miles does a Mazda CX-30 GT Sport MHEV 4X4 Auto do per year?
The typical Mazda CX-30 GT Sport MHEV 4X4 Auto does around 5,872 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Mazda CX-30 GT Sport MHEV 4X4 Auto 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 4X4 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 CX-30 GT Sport MHEV 4X4 Auto?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Mazda CX-30 GT Sport MHEV 4X4 Auto is 2021 with a 95.3% pass rate across 64 tests.