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

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Is the Mazda CX-30 Sport Lux MHEV Auto reliable? We analysed 4,566 real MOT tests across 1,896 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 4,566 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
93.5%
Typical Mileage
23,639mi
Annual Mileage
6,117mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
yrs

The Mazda CX-30 Sport 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 Sport Lux MHEV Auto.

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

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

96.2%
2023
93.2%
2022
93.3%
2021
93.8%
2020
84.8%
2019

Mazda CX-30 Sport Lux MHEV Auto Common Faults & Problems

These are the most common serious faults found on Mazda CX-30 Sport 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 21
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 13
Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 8

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

How many miles does a typical Mazda CX-30 Sport 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
3,930 mi/yr
Typical
6,117 mi/yr
Average
6,833 mi/yr
Heavy usage
8,947 mi/yr

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

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2023 185 96.2% 13,837 20,571 26,040
2022 872 93.2% 15,630 22,582 31,536
2021 1,590 93.3% 16,212 24,156 33,968
2020 1,719 93.8% 16,525 23,711 33,358
2019 92 84.8% 17,432 25,016 37,098

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

Based on 1,896 Mazda CX-30 Sport Lux MHEV Auto vehicles on UK roads.

Average
3.4 years
Median
3.0 years

Mazda CX-30 Sport Lux MHEV Auto Mileage Distribution

Total mileage recorded across all Mazda CX-30 Sport 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
23,639 mi
75th Percentile
33,152 mi
95th Percentile
51,559 mi
Max Recorded
174,997 mi

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

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

Best year
2023

96.2% MOT pass rate from 185 tests

Year to avoid
2019

84.8% MOT pass rate from 92 tests

The best year to buy a used Mazda CX-30 Sport Lux MHEV Auto is 2023, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 96.2% across 185 tests. The 2019 model year has the lowest pass rate at 84.8% — 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 Sport 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 Sport Lux MHEV Auto THIS CAR 93.5% 4,566 23,639 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
Harley-davidson 1200 Sport 87.6% 3,482 12,675 mi 29 yrs

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

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

The Mazda CX-30 Sport Lux MHEV Auto has an overall MOT pass rate of 93.5% across 4,566 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 Sport 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 Sport Lux MHEV Auto owner drives around 6,117 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 Sport Lux MHEV Auto — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Mazda CX-30 Sport Lux MHEV Auto reliable?
Based on 4,566 MOT tests, the Mazda CX-30 Sport Lux MHEV Auto has a 93.5% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Mazda CX-30 Sport Lux MHEV Auto?
The most common failure point is general wear and tear.
How many miles does a Mazda CX-30 Sport Lux MHEV Auto do per year?
The typical Mazda CX-30 Sport Lux MHEV Auto does around 6,117 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Mazda CX-30 Sport 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 Sport 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 Sport Lux MHEV Auto?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Mazda CX-30 Sport Lux MHEV Auto is 2023 with a 96.2% pass rate across 185 tests.