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Mazda Mazda 2 Hybrid Agile CVT Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Mazda Mazda 2 Hybrid Agile CVT reliable? We analysed 984 real MOT tests across 826 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 984 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
93.6%
Typical Mileage
18,817mi
Annual Mileage
4,664mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
yrs

The Mazda Mazda 2 Hybrid Agile CVT is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Mazda Mazda 2 Hybrid Agile CVT.

Mazda Mazda 2 Hybrid Agile CVT Number Plates

Number plates registered to a Mazda Mazda 2 Hybrid Agile CVT. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.

Mazda Mazda 2 Hybrid Agile CVT MOT Pass Rate by Year

How likely is a Mazda Mazda 2 Hybrid Agile CVT to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.

92.4%
2023
94%
2022

Mazda Mazda 2 Hybrid Agile CVT Problems — What Goes Wrong?

The most common reasons a Mazda Mazda 2 Hybrid Agile CVT fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.

position lamp(s) incorrect colour 2

Mazda Mazda 2 Hybrid Agile CVT Common Faults & Problems

These are the most common serious faults found on Mazda Mazda 2 Hybrid Agile CVT models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 6
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm in places 2
Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 1
Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 1
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 185/65/15 1

Mazda Mazda 2 Hybrid Agile CVT Mileage — What's Normal?

How many miles does a typical Mazda Mazda 2 Hybrid Agile CVT owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.

Low usage
2,385 mi/yr
Typical
4,664 mi/yr
Average
6,650 mi/yr
Heavy usage
8,062 mi/yr

Mazda Mazda 2 Hybrid Agile CVT MOT Data by Registration Year

Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Mazda Mazda 2 Hybrid Agile CVT year you're looking at.

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2023 237 92.4% 12,257 18,941 26,076
2022 736 94.0% 12,315 18,684 26,160

How Long Does a Mazda Mazda 2 Hybrid Agile CVT Last?

Based on 826 Mazda Mazda 2 Hybrid Agile CVT vehicles on UK roads.

Average
2.2 years
Median
2.0 years

Mazda Mazda 2 Hybrid Agile CVT Mileage Distribution

Total mileage recorded across all Mazda Mazda 2 Hybrid Agile CVT MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.

Median
18,817 mi
75th Percentile
26,252 mi
95th Percentile
42,040 mi
Max Recorded
77,014 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Mazda Mazda 2 Hybrid Agile CVT

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

Best year
2022

94.0% MOT pass rate from 736 tests

Year to avoid
2023

92.4% MOT pass rate from 237 tests

The best year to buy a used Mazda Mazda 2 Hybrid Agile CVT is 2022, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 94.0% across 736 tests. The 2023 model year has the lowest pass rate at 92.4% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.

How Does the Mazda Mazda 2 Hybrid Agile CVT Compare?

MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.

Model Pass Rate Tests Typical Mileage Lifespan
Mazda Mazda 2 Hybrid Agile CVT THIS CAR 93.6% 984 18,817 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
Honda Adv 750-H 94.8% 1,130 8,586 mi — yrs

Compared to the Mazda MX-5 (76.5% pass rate) and the Mazda 3 (77.5% pass rate), the Mazda Mazda 2 Hybrid Agile CVT outperforms both on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Mazda Mazda 2 Hybrid Agile CVT?

The Mazda Mazda 2 Hybrid Agile CVT has an overall MOT pass rate of 93.6% across 984 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.

The most common failure point is position lamp(s) incorrect colour with 2 recorded occurrences. Check for this on any test drive or pre-purchase inspection.

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 Mazda 2 Hybrid Agile CVT 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 Mazda 2 Hybrid Agile CVT owner drives around 4,664 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 Mazda 2 Hybrid Agile CVT — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Mazda Mazda 2 Hybrid Agile CVT reliable?
Based on 984 MOT tests, the Mazda Mazda 2 Hybrid Agile CVT has a 93.6% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Mazda Mazda 2 Hybrid Agile CVT?
The most common failure point is position lamp(s) incorrect colour.
How many miles does a Mazda Mazda 2 Hybrid Agile CVT do per year?
The typical Mazda Mazda 2 Hybrid Agile CVT does around 4,664 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Mazda Mazda 2 Hybrid Agile CVT last?
Lifespan data is not yet available for this model.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Mazda Mazda 2 Hybrid Agile CVT?
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 Mazda 2 Hybrid Agile CVT?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Mazda Mazda 2 Hybrid Agile CVT is 2022 with a 94.0% pass rate across 736 tests.