Mazda CX-5 Exclusive-line MHEV Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Mazda CX-5 Exclusive-line MHEV reliable? We analysed 273 real MOT tests across 270 vehicles to find out.
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The Mazda CX-5 Exclusive-line 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-5 Exclusive-line MHEV.
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Mazda CX-5 Exclusive-line MHEV MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Mazda CX-5 Exclusive-line MHEV to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Mazda CX-5 Exclusive-line MHEV Common Faults & Problems
These are the most common serious faults found on Mazda CX-5 Exclusive-line MHEV models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.
Mazda CX-5 Exclusive-line MHEV MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Mazda CX-5 Exclusive-line MHEV year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 271 | 88.2% | 17,738 | 26,842 | 38,578 |
How Long Does a Mazda CX-5 Exclusive-line MHEV Last?
Based on 270 Mazda CX-5 Exclusive-line MHEV vehicles on UK roads.
Mazda CX-5 Exclusive-line MHEV Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Mazda CX-5 Exclusive-line MHEV MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.
Best Year to Buy a Used Mazda CX-5 Exclusive-line MHEV
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
88.2% MOT pass rate from 271 tests
The best year to buy a used Mazda CX-5 Exclusive-line MHEV is 2023, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 88.2% across 271 tests.
How Does the Mazda CX-5 Exclusive-line 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-5 Exclusive-line MHEV THIS CAR | 88.3% | 273 | 26,842 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 C4 Grand Picasso Selec Bluehdi | 85.6% | 458 | 68,932 mi | — yrs |
Compared to the Mazda MX-5 (76.5% pass rate) and the Mazda 3 (77.5% pass rate), the Mazda CX-5 Exclusive-line MHEV outperforms both on MOT reliability.
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The Mazda CX-5 Exclusive-line MHEV has an overall MOT pass rate of 88.3% across 273 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-5 Exclusive-line MHEV with an expired or recently passed MOT, ask the seller whether any dangerous faults were found and fixed during the last test.
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.