Mazda MX-5 Exclusive-line Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Mazda MX-5 Exclusive-line reliable? We analysed 199 real MOT tests across 160 vehicles to find out.
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The Mazda MX-5 Exclusive-line is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Mazda MX-5 Exclusive-line.
Mazda MX-5 Exclusive-line Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Mazda MX-5 Exclusive-line. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Mazda MX-5 Exclusive-line MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Mazda MX-5 Exclusive-line to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Mazda MX-5 Exclusive-line Common Faults & Problems
These are the most common serious faults found on Mazda MX-5 Exclusive-line models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.
Mazda MX-5 Exclusive-line MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Mazda MX-5 Exclusive-line year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 183 | 96.7% | 8,714 | 13,155 | 21,631 |
How Long Does a Mazda MX-5 Exclusive-line Last?
Based on 160 Mazda MX-5 Exclusive-line vehicles on UK roads.
Mazda MX-5 Exclusive-line Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Mazda MX-5 Exclusive-line 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 MX-5 Exclusive-line
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
96.7% MOT pass rate from 183 tests
The best year to buy a used Mazda MX-5 Exclusive-line is 2023, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 96.7% across 183 tests.
How Does the Mazda MX-5 Exclusive-line Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mazda MX-5 Exclusive-line THIS CAR | 95.0% | 199 | 14,229 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 |
| Volvo XC40 R-design T3 | 99.3% | 139 | 35,396 mi | — yrs |
Compared to the Mazda MX-5 (76.5% pass rate) and the Mazda 3 (77.5% pass rate), the Mazda MX-5 Exclusive-line outperforms both on MOT reliability.
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The Mazda MX-5 Exclusive-line has an overall MOT pass rate of 95.0% across 199 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 brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick. Dangerous faults cause an immediate MOT failure and mean the vehicle is not roadworthy until repaired. If you're viewing a Mazda MX-5 Exclusive-line 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.