Mazda Eunos MOT Check

MOT pass rates, common failures, and reliability data for the Mazda Eunos. Check any Eunos by registration number below.

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70.8%

Avg Pass Rate

-12.5%

vs Mazda Avg

Year Ranges

Average

Reliability

Mazda Eunos — MOT Reliability Overview

The Mazda Eunos has an average MOT pass rate of 70.8%, which is 12.5 percentage points below the Mazda brand average of 83.3%. This is a reasonable result that reflects typical UK reliability standards. Regular servicing and addressing advisories promptly will help keep your Eunos on the road.

The most common reasons a Mazda Eunos fails its MOT are vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is seriously reduced, a suspension joint dust cover missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc, the strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any seat belt anchorage (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired. If you are preparing your Eunos 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 Eunos, 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 Eunos performs at MOT across different model years.

2007

Based on 53 vehicles

69.8%Average

Mazda average: 83.3%

Dangerous Defects

3.7%

Retest Rate

29.6%

2006

Based on 150 vehicles

65.3%Average

Mazda average: 83.3%

Dangerous Defects

1.0%

Retest Rate

33.7%

2005

Based on 156 vehicles

69.2%Average

Mazda average: 83.3%

Dangerous Defects

7.4%

Retest Rate

26.3%

2004

Based on 241 vehicles

68.0%Average

Mazda average: 83.3%

Dangerous Defects

1.9%

Retest Rate

25.9%

2003

Based on 348 vehicles

69.5%Average

Mazda average: 83.3%

Dangerous Defects

4.3%

Retest Rate

25.3%

2002

Based on 268 vehicles

72.4%Average

Mazda average: 83.3%

Dangerous Defects

1.7%

Retest Rate

12.1%

2001

Based on 211 vehicles

55.0%Below Average

Mazda average: 83.3%

Dangerous Defects

2.2%

Retest Rate

31.2%

2000

Based on 190 vehicles

75.8%Good

Mazda average: 83.3%

Dangerous Defects

2.8%

Retest Rate

18.9%

1999

Based on 147 vehicles

72.8%Average

Mazda average: 83.3%

Dangerous Defects

1.0%

Retest Rate

25.0%

1998

Based on 114 vehicles

64.9%Below Average

Mazda average: 83.3%

Dangerous Defects

1.5%

Retest Rate

18.2%

1995

Based on 32 vehicles

65.6%Average

Mazda average: 83.3%

Dangerous Defects

0.0%

Retest Rate

41.7%

1994

Based on 30 vehicles

70.0%Average

Mazda average: 83.3%

1993

Based on 65 vehicles

70.8%Average

Mazda average: 83.3%

Dangerous Defects

2.2%

Retest Rate

17.8%

1992

Based on 51 vehicles

68.6%Average

Mazda average: 83.3%

Dangerous Defects

2.9%

Retest Rate

42.9%

1991

Based on 67 vehicles

88.1%Excellent

Mazda average: 83.3%

Dangerous Defects

1.9%

Retest Rate

5.6%

1990

Based on 47 vehicles

83.0%Good

Mazda average: 83.3%

Dangerous Defects

2.4%

Retest Rate

11.9%

0

Based on 976 vehicles

74.1%Average

Mazda average: 83.3%

Mileage at 5yr

117k mi

Top MOT Failures — Mazda Eunos

The most common reasons a Mazda Eunos fails its MOT, aggregated across all year ranges.

Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is seriously reduced

11.4%

A suspension joint dust cover missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc

9.6%

The strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any seat belt anchorage (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired

8.8%

A lamp likely to become detached

8.4%

The aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements

6.2%

Mazda Eunos Common Faults & Repair Costs

Where Failures Occur

The areas of the vehicle most commonly flagged during MOT inspections.

Front Offside

3.8%

Nearside

1.9%

Rear Offside

1.9%

Other Mazda Models

Compare MOT reliability across Mazda models.

Mazda Mx-30 Se-l Lux Ev

93.1% pass rate

Mazda 2 Se-l

100.0% pass rate

Mazda MPV

54.1% pass rate

Mazda E Series

65.9% pass rate

Mazda Premacy

88.7% pass rate

Mazda 5

73.3% pass rate

Useful MOT Guides

Common MOT Failures

The most common reasons UK vehicles fail their MOT — and how to prepare.

MOT Checklist

Pre-MOT checklist to improve your chances of passing first time.

Advisory vs Failure

Understanding the difference between MOT advisories and failures.

See detailed fault analysis for Mazda Eunos

Mazda Eunos — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the Mazda Eunos MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the Mazda Eunos?

The average MOT pass rate for the Mazda Eunos is 70.8% compared to the Mazda average of 83.3%. Pass rates vary by year — check the year-by-year breakdown on this page for details.

What are the most common MOT failures on a Mazda Eunos?

The most common MOT failures on the Mazda Eunos are: Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is seriously reduced (11.4%), A suspension joint dust cover missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (9.6%), The strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any seat belt anchorage (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired (8.8%). These are the components most likely to cause an MOT failure.

Is the Mazda Eunos reliable?

With an average MOT pass rate of 70.8%, the Mazda Eunos is rated as "Average" for reliability. This is around average — regular maintenance is recommended to avoid common failure points.

How do I check the MOT history of a Mazda Eunos?

Enter the vehicle's registration number in the search box at the top of this page. You will instantly see the complete MOT history including every test result, mileage readings, advisories, and dangerous defects — completely free.

What mileage should I expect on a Mazda Eunos?

Typical mileage for the Mazda Eunos: 116,635 miles at 5 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used Eunos to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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