Mazda Eunos Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Mazda Eunos reliable? We analysed 35,442 real MOT tests across 2,197 vehicles to find out.
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The Mazda Eunos is about average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include parking brake: efficiency below requirements, tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm and parking brake recording little or no effort. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Mazda Eunos.
Mazda Eunos Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Mazda Eunos. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Mazda Eunos MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Mazda Eunos to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Mazda Eunos Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Mazda Eunos fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Mazda Eunos Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Mazda Eunos owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Mazda Eunos MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Mazda Eunos year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2009 | 147 | 78.2% | 66,840 | 80,581 | 113,632 |
| 2008 | 293 | 69.3% | 111,604 | 134,981 | 153,062 |
| 2007 | 761 | 71.7% | 96,451 | 113,997 | 143,735 |
| 2006 | 1,518 | 72.7% | 101,144 | 128,141 | 148,831 |
| 2005 | 2,233 | 74.2% | 93,531 | 117,090 | 142,266 |
| 2004 | 3,235 | 70.4% | 100,489 | 127,653 | 160,136 |
| 2003 | 4,230 | 69.5% | 100,024 | 127,964 | 161,258 |
| 2002 | 3,476 | 70.9% | 100,991 | 129,302 | 156,887 |
| 2001 | 2,337 | 70.6% | 108,290 | 132,812 | 161,582 |
| 2000 | 2,448 | 70.8% | 101,531 | 128,169 | 160,583 |
| 1999 | 1,916 | 68.8% | 107,934 | 137,731 | 171,880 |
| 1998 | 1,843 | 67.7% | 105,288 | 135,475 | 163,512 |
| 1997 | 427 | 69.8% | 92,052 | 114,524 | 153,289 |
| 1996 | 526 | 68.3% | 92,069 | 119,796 | 155,422 |
| 1995 | 730 | 69.5% | 87,373 | 116,670 | 151,455 |
| 1994 | 883 | 71.2% | 107,517 | 134,264 | 164,653 |
| 1993 | 1,795 | 70.1% | 102,347 | 129,601 | 159,824 |
| 1992 | 2,152 | 69.4% | 100,727 | 127,624 | 156,124 |
| 1991 | 2,186 | 69.4% | 104,994 | 129,984 | 161,758 |
| 1990 | 1,699 | 69.0% | 105,288 | 133,415 | 168,918 |
How Long Does a Mazda Eunos Last?
Based on 2,197 Mazda Eunos vehicles on UK roads.
Mazda Eunos Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Mazda Eunos 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 Eunos
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
78.2% MOT pass rate from 147 tests
67.7% MOT pass rate from 1,843 tests
The best year to buy a used Mazda Eunos is 2009, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 78.2% across 147 tests. The 1998 model year has the lowest pass rate at 67.7% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Mazda Eunos Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mazda Eunos THIS CAR | 70.3% | 35,442 | 128,805 mi | 37 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 |
| Isuzu Tf | 70.6% | 43,907 | 81,375 mi | 27 yrs |
Compared to the Mazda MX-5 (76.5% pass rate) and the Mazda 3 (77.5% pass rate), the Mazda Eunos trails behind on MOT reliability.
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The Mazda Eunos has an overall MOT pass rate of 70.3% across 35,442 real MOT tests — roughly in line with the UK average.
The most common problems on the Mazda Eunos are parking brake: efficiency below requirements (1,156 recorded failures), tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (1,011), and parking brake recording little or no effort (957). These are the faults most likely to cause an MOT failure on this model, so check for them carefully on any test drive or pre-purchase inspection. Many are wear-and-tear items that can be budgeted for, but a car that's already failing on multiple fronts may signal neglected maintenance.
A typical Mazda Eunos owner drives around 2,982 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.
In terms of longevity, most Mazda Eunos models stay on UK roads for around 37 years — a strong showing that suggests solid build quality and readily available parts. If you're buying one that's already approaching that window, the data suggests it has plenty of life left provided it's been maintained.
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.