Mazda MX-5 MOT Results

Registered in 2019

94.7% pass rate

from 132 tests in 2021

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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 2019 cars and highlighted areas where the Mazda MX-5 is unusually good or bad.

3.8% fail on Brakes (2 times worse than other 2019 cars)
- 1.5% fail on Mechanical brake components
  - 1.5% fail on Brake linings and pads
    - 1.5% fail on Brake pads
  - 0.76% fail on Brake discs and drums
    - 0.76% fail on Brake discs
- 1.5% fail on Brake performance
  - 1.5% fail on Parking brake efficiency (sp) (8 times worse than other 2019 cars)
    - 1.5% fail on Rbt (sp) (9 times worse than other 2019 cars)
  - 0.76% fail on Parking brake performance
    - 0.76% fail on Rbt
      - 0.76% fail on Parking brake performance
- 0.76% fail on Service brake pedal or hand lever
  - 0.76% fail on Hand lever
0.76% fail on Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment
- 0.76% fail on Headlamp aim
  - 0.76% fail on Headlamp aim
0.76% fail on Noise, emissions and leaks
- 0.76% fail on Exhaust emissions
  - 0.76% fail on Spark ignition
    - 0.76% fail on Catalyst emissions
0.76% fail on Tyres
- 0.76% fail on Tread depth

Read the Honest John Review

Mazda MX-5 RF (2017 on)
Just as good to drive as the soft-top. More secure. Arguably more stylish.
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.