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

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Is the Mazda CX-30 Se-l Lux MHEV Auto reliable? We analysed 3,110 real MOT tests across 1,333 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 3,110 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
92.2%
Typical Mileage
23,994mi
Annual Mileage
6,078mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
yrs

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

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

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

96.3%
2023
92.4%
2022
92%
2021
91.7%
2020

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

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

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 43
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 11
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 4

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

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

Low usage
4,082 mi/yr
Typical
6,078 mi/yr
Average
7,046 mi/yr
Heavy usage
8,853 mi/yr

Mazda CX-30 Se-l Lux MHEV Auto 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 Auto year you're looking at.

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2023 160 96.3% 15,133 20,666 29,507
2022 630 92.4% 15,560 23,642 33,308
2021 1,179 92.0% 16,366 23,637 33,931
2020 1,028 91.7% 16,814 24,536 34,576

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

Based on 1,333 Mazda CX-30 Se-l Lux MHEV Auto vehicles on UK roads.

Average
3.3 years
Median
3.0 years

Mazda CX-30 Se-l Lux MHEV Auto Mileage Distribution

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

Median
23,994 mi
75th Percentile
34,170 mi
95th Percentile
55,080 mi
Max Recorded
154,445 mi

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

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

Best year
2023

96.3% MOT pass rate from 160 tests

Year to avoid
2020

91.7% MOT pass rate from 1,028 tests

The best year to buy a used Mazda CX-30 Se-l Lux MHEV Auto is 2023, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 96.3% across 160 tests. The 2020 model year has the lowest pass rate at 91.7% — 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 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 Se-l Lux MHEV Auto THIS CAR 92.2% 3,110 23,994 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 Rocket Classic 90.2% 2,549 13,047 mi 20 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 Auto outperforms both on MOT reliability.

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

The Mazda CX-30 Se-l Lux MHEV Auto has an overall MOT pass rate of 92.2% across 3,110 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 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 Se-l Lux MHEV Auto owner drives around 6,078 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 Auto — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Mazda CX-30 Se-l Lux MHEV Auto reliable?
Based on 3,110 MOT tests, the Mazda CX-30 Se-l Lux MHEV Auto has a 92.2% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Mazda CX-30 Se-l Lux MHEV Auto?
The most common failure point is general wear and tear.
How many miles does a Mazda CX-30 Se-l Lux MHEV Auto do per year?
The typical Mazda CX-30 Se-l Lux MHEV Auto does around 6,078 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Mazda CX-30 Se-l Lux MHEV Auto 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 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 Se-l Lux MHEV Auto?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Mazda CX-30 Se-l Lux MHEV Auto is 2023 with a 96.3% pass rate across 160 tests.