Mazda E Series MOT Check
MOT pass rates, common failures, and reliability data for the Mazda E Series. Check any E Series by registration number below.
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64.7%
Avg Pass Rate
-18.6%
vs Mazda Avg
18
Year Ranges
Below Average
Reliability
Mazda E Series — MOT Reliability Overview
The Mazda E Series has an average MOT pass rate of 64.7%, which is 18.6 percentage points below the Mazda brand average of 83.3%. This suggests the E Series can be more maintenance-intensive than average. Pay close attention to the common failure points listed below if you are considering buying one.
The most common reasons a Mazda E Series fails its MOT are a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning, the strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any sub-frame, spring or suspension component mounting (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired. If you are preparing your E Series for its MOT, checking these areas first could save you a retest fee. Our detailed fault analysis includes estimated repair costs for each failure type.
Before buying a used Mazda E Series, we recommend checking the full MOT history, write-off status, outstanding finance, and stolen vehicle status. These checks can be done for free using the registration number.
MOT Pass Rate by Year
How the Mazda E Series performs at MOT across different model years.
2018
Based on 74 vehicles
5.1%
30.8%
157k mi
2017
Based on 324 vehicles
3.9%
25.4%
170k mi
2015
Based on 351 vehicles
2.3%
59.3%
180k mi
2014
Based on 118 vehicles
1.5%
28.4%
203k mi
2013
Based on 94 vehicles
3.8%
36.5%
213k mi
2012
Based on 39 vehicles
4.8%
33.3%
2011
Based on 41 vehicles
4.2%
54.2%
2010
Based on 36 vehicles
0.0%
17.9%
2004
Based on 91 vehicles
1.4%
29.6%
2003
Based on 42 vehicles
3.4%
24.1%
2002
Based on 141 vehicles
2.2%
26.1%
2001
Based on 218 vehicles
8.2%
30.3%
2000
Based on 236 vehicles
7.7%
25.4%
1999
Based on 91 vehicles
0.0%
25.4%
1998
Based on 44 vehicles
6.5%
58.1%
1997
Based on 38 vehicles
12.5%
16.7%
1996
Based on 34 vehicles
13.0%
82.6%
0
Based on 1,142 vehicles
119k mi
Top MOT Failures — Mazda E Series
The most common reasons a Mazda E Series fails its MOT, aggregated across all year ranges.
A suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn
A lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning
The strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any sub-frame, spring or suspension component mounting (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired
Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is seriously reduced
The aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements
Where Failures Occur
The areas of the vehicle most commonly flagged during MOT inspections.
Offside
Front Nearside
Rear Offside
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Mazda E Series — Frequently Asked Questions
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