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Mazda CX-30 Se-l Lux MHEV Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Mazda CX-30 Se-l Lux MHEV reliable? We analysed 9,035 real MOT tests across 3,792 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 9,035 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
91.6%
Typical Mileage
26,481mi
Annual Mileage
6,767mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
yrs

The Mazda CX-30 Se-l Lux 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 Se-l Lux MHEV.

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Mazda CX-30 Se-l Lux MHEV MOT Pass Rate by Year

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

90.6%
2023
92%
2022
91.6%
2021
91.1%
2020

Mazda CX-30 Se-l Lux MHEV Common Faults & Problems

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

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 233
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 53
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 15

Mazda CX-30 Se-l Lux MHEV Mileage — What's Normal?

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

Low usage
4,472 mi/yr
Typical
6,767 mi/yr
Average
7,732 mi/yr
Heavy usage
9,609 mi/yr

Mazda CX-30 Se-l Lux MHEV MOT Data by Registration Year

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

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2023 319 90.6% 15,189 22,328 31,029
2022 1,896 92.0% 17,469 24,881 32,848
2021 3,623 91.6% 18,768 26,300 35,664
2020 2,905 91.1% 19,070 28,248 38,277

How Long Does a Mazda CX-30 Se-l Lux MHEV Last?

Based on 3,792 Mazda CX-30 Se-l Lux MHEV vehicles on UK roads.

Average
3.4 years
Median
3.0 years

Mazda CX-30 Se-l Lux MHEV Mileage Distribution

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

Median
26,481 mi
75th Percentile
36,065 mi
95th Percentile
54,809 mi
Max Recorded
203,206 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Mazda CX-30 Se-l Lux MHEV

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

Best year
2022

92.0% MOT pass rate from 1,896 tests

Year to avoid
2023

90.6% MOT pass rate from 319 tests

The best year to buy a used Mazda CX-30 Se-l Lux MHEV is 2022, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 92.0% across 1,896 tests. The 2023 model year has the lowest pass rate at 90.6% — 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 Se-l Lux 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 Se-l Lux MHEV THIS CAR 91.6% 9,035 26,481 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
Triumph Acclaim 72.5% 7,437 52,573 mi 45 yrs

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

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Should you buy a used Mazda CX-30 Se-l Lux MHEV?

The Mazda CX-30 Se-l Lux MHEV has an overall MOT pass rate of 91.6% across 9,035 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 Se-l Lux 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 Se-l Lux MHEV owner drives around 6,767 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 Se-l Lux MHEV — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Mazda CX-30 Se-l Lux MHEV reliable?
Based on 9,035 MOT tests, the Mazda CX-30 Se-l Lux MHEV has a 91.6% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Mazda CX-30 Se-l Lux MHEV?
The most common failure point is general wear and tear.
How many miles does a Mazda CX-30 Se-l Lux MHEV do per year?
The typical Mazda CX-30 Se-l Lux MHEV does around 6,767 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Mazda CX-30 Se-l Lux MHEV last?
Lifespan data is not yet available for this model.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Mazda CX-30 Se-l Lux 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 Se-l Lux MHEV?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Mazda CX-30 Se-l Lux MHEV is 2022 with a 92.0% pass rate across 1,896 tests.