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Mazda Mazda3 MOT Check

MOT pass rates, common failures, and reliability data for the Mazda Mazda3. Check any Mazda3 by registration number below.

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100.0%

Avg Pass Rate

+16.7%

vs Mazda Avg

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Year Ranges

Excellent

Reliability

Mazda Mazda3 — MOT Reliability Overview

The Mazda Mazda3 has an average MOT pass rate of 100.0%, which is 16.7 percentage points above the Mazda brand average of 83.3%. This is a strong result, indicating that the Mazda3 is well-engineered and tends to age well mechanically. Owners can expect fewer surprises at MOT time.

Before buying a used Mazda Mazda3, 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 Mazda3 performs at MOT across different model years.

2022

Based on 52 vehicles

100.0%Excellent
Mazda average: 83.3%

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 Mazda3

Mazda Mazda3 — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the Mazda Mazda3 MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the Mazda Mazda3?
The average MOT pass rate for the Mazda Mazda3 is 100.0% 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 Mazda3?
Check the detailed breakdown on this page for specific failure data by year range.
Is the Mazda Mazda3 reliable?
With an average MOT pass rate of 100.0%, the Mazda Mazda3 is rated as "Excellent" for reliability. This is a strong result suggesting good build quality and fewer common defects.
How do I check the MOT history of a Mazda Mazda3?
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 Mazda3?
Mileage data for the Mazda Mazda3 is available in the detailed breakdown on this page.

Check Your Mazda Mazda3's MOT History

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