Mazda MX-5 MOT Results

Registered in 2016

91.0% pass rate

from 4,142 tests in 2021

(43% better than other 2016 cars)

Pass rate by mileage

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Failure rates by item

Here you can drill down into the failure rates for each item on the test. We've also compared the rates to the average results for 2016 cars and highlighted areas where the Mazda MX-5 is unusually good or bad.

2.5% fail on Visibility (37% better than other 2016 cars)
- 1.6% fail on Wipers (45% better than other 2016 cars)
- 0.87% fail on Washers
- 0.024% fail on Bonnet
- 0.024% fail on Condition of glass
  - 0.024% fail on Windscreen
2.5% fail on Brakes
- 1.6% fail on Mechanical brake components
  - 1.4% fail on Brake linings and pads
    - 1.4% fail on Brake pads
  - 0.29% fail on Brake discs and drums
    - 0.29% fail on Brake discs
- 0.70% fail on Brake performance
  - 0.48% fail on Service brake performance
    - 0.43% fail on Rbt
      - 0.39% fail on Service brake performance
      - 0.097% fail on Service brake imbalance
    - 0.024% fail on Decelerometer
      - 0.024% fail on Service brake performance
    - 0.024% fail on Plate brake tester
      - 0.024% fail on Service brake efficiency (Trikes, quads and pre-68 vehicles)
  - 0.14% fail on Parking brake efficiency (sp)
    - 0.14% fail on Rbt (sp)
  - 0.072% fail on Service Brake Efficiency (sp)
    - 0.072% fail on Rbt (sp)
      - 0.048% fail on Service brake performance
      - 0.024% fail on Service brake imbalance
  - 0.072% fail on Parking brake performance
    - 0.072% fail on Rbt
      - 0.048% fail on Parking (secondary brake performance)
      - 0.024% fail on Parking brake performance
- 0.14% fail on ABS / EBS / ESC
  - 0.14% fail on Anti-lock braking system (2 times worse than other 2016 cars)
  - 0.048% fail on Electronic stability control
- 0.072% fail on Rigid brake pipes
- 0.024% fail on Parking brake control
  - 0.024% fail on Lever
- 0.024% fail on Flexible brake hoses
- 0.024% fail on Brake actuators (including spring brakes or hydraulic cylinders)
  - 0.024% fail on Hydraulic brake callipers
2.1% fail on Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment (40% better than other 2016 cars)
- 1.7% fail on Headlamp aim
  - 1.6% fail on Headlamp aim
  - 0.024% fail on Headlamp aim not tested
- 0.14% fail on Registration plate lamp(s)
- 0.072% fail on Stop lamp (88% better than other 2016 cars)
- 0.048% fail on Headlamps (93% better than other 2016 cars)
  - 0.048% fail on Headlamp (93% better than other 2016 cars)
- 0.048% fail on Direction indicators (87% better than other 2016 cars)
  - 0.048% fail on Flashing type (87% better than other 2016 cars)
    - 0.024% fail on Individual direction indicators
    - 0.024% fail on Side repeaters
- 0.048% fail on Reversing lamps
  - 0.048% fail on Reversing lamps
- 0.024% fail on Front and rear fog lamps
  - 0.024% fail on Rear fog lamp
    - 0.024% fail on Rear fog lamp
- 0.024% fail on Rear reflectors
- 0.024% fail on Electrical equipment
  - 0.024% fail on Electrical wiring
1.5% fail on Tyres (61% better than other 2016 cars)
- 0.97% fail on Condition (54% better than other 2016 cars)
- 0.60% fail on Tread depth (69% better than other 2016 cars)
0.63% fail on Suspension (70% better than other 2016 cars)
- 0.22% fail on Suspension arms (56% better than other 2016 cars)
  - 0.22% fail on Pins and bushes
- 0.14% fail on Springs (87% better than other 2016 cars)
  - 0.14% fail on Coil springs (87% better than other 2016 cars)
    - 0.14% fail on Coil spring (87% better than other 2016 cars)
- 0.097% fail on Anti-roll bars
  - 0.024% fail on Linkage
  - 0.024% fail on Ball joint
  - 0.024% fail on Linkage ball joints
  - 0.024% fail on Linkage ball joint dust cover
- 0.072% fail on Other suspension component
  - 0.072% fail on Pins and bushes (7 times worse than other 2016 cars)
- 0.048% fail on Wheel bearings
- 0.024% fail on Shock absorbers
- 0.024% fail on Suspension rods
  - 0.024% fail on Pins and bushes
- 0.024% fail on Sub-frames
  - 0.024% fail on Sub-frame
0.39% fail on Noise, emissions and leaks (54% better than other 2016 cars)
- 0.39% fail on Exhaust emissions (52% better than other 2016 cars)
  - 0.36% fail on Spark ignition
    - 0.27% fail on Catalyst emissions
    - 0.048% fail on Malfunction indicator lamp (84% better than other 2016 cars)
    - 0.024% fail on Emission control equipment
      - 0.024% fail on Catalytic converter
    - 0.024% fail on Emissions not tested
  - 0.048% fail on Compression ignition (86% better than other 2016 cars)
    - 0.024% fail on Pre 01/07/2008 Non turbo
    - 0.024% fail on Malfunction indicator lamp
0.14% fail on Identification of the vehicle
- 0.14% fail on Registration plates
0.097% fail on Body, chassis, structure (82% better than other 2016 cars)
- 0.024% fail on Integral vehicle structure
  - 0.024% fail on Integral vehicle structure condition
- 0.024% fail on Chassis
  - 0.024% fail on Chassis condition
- 0.024% fail on Exhaust system
- 0.024% fail on Bumpers
0.097% fail on Road Wheels
- 0.072% fail on Attachment
- 0.024% fail on Condition
0.048% fail on Seat belts and supplementary restraint systems (83% better than other 2016 cars)
- 0.024% fail on Seat belts
  - 0.024% fail on Condition
- 0.024% fail on SRS malfunction indicator lamp

Read the Honest John Review

Mazda MX-5 (2015 on)
Excellent handling makes it fun to drive. 1.5-litre model works very well on uneven UK roads. 2.0 as quick as many drivers would ever want. Well-equipped for the money.