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Mazda CX-30 reliability by build year

Coverage 2019-present1 named generationSUVPETROL / HYBRID ELECTRIC
At a glance

Mazda CX-30 built around 2022: about average at the MOT

Mazda CX-30 models built around 2022 fail their MOT about as often as similar cars the same age.

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Key figure

7% of MOT tests on Mazda CX-30 models built around 2022 ended in a fail (retests included), against 10% for similar cars the same age.

Most common issue

The most common MOT issue on Mazda CX-30 models built around 2022 involves the tyres.

Before you view it

What to check before viewing

The Mazda CX-30's most common MOT issues, turned into things to ask about or look for.

Brake discs

High priority

Ask for the date and mileage of the last disc replacement; visually check for a deep wear lip and rust pitting on each disc.

Brake pads

High priority

Ask when the pads were last replaced and check the warning-light history.

Tyres

Worth checking

Check tread depth across the full width on all four; uneven wear suggests alignment or suspension issues.

Shock absorbers

Worth checking

Bounce-test each corner; check for oily streaks down the strut bodies.

Vehicle-specific check

Worth checking

Check the car’s number plate on MOT Wise to see its own MOT history and any recalls for its build years.

By build year

How build years differ

Fail rates have been steady over the last three years. Use the build-year guide below to separate newer build years from older ones.

Find your CX-30's generation

Each card below is a different generation. Select your year and we'll highlight the match.

CX-30 Mk1 (DM)

Mk1 (DM) (2019-present)

Too close to call between ratings
PETROLHYBRID ELECTRIC

10.3% fail rate, built around 2020 (5 years old)

Fails less often than the average car this age (about 1 in 8 MOTs, 12.8%)

From 4,114 MOT tests at this ageView details →

Not sure which one you're looking at?

Match your build year to its generation, then see the fail rates for those build years of the Mazda CX-30.

See every build year for the Mazda CX-30

By age

Mazda CX-30 fail rate by age

This chart combines every Mazda CX-30 ever sold. It's good for the big picture. For one generation, scroll up to the build-year cards.

Below typicalAbove typicalHigh (28% or more)Highest fail rate
Age / builtFail rateMOT tests
3 yearsbuilt around 2022
8,0956.9%
4 yearsbuilt around 2021
7,9888.3%
5 yearsbuilt around 2020
4,11410.3%
6 yearsbuilt around 2019
10814.8%

Fail rate is the share of MOT tests that ended in a fail. Retests count as tests. How we count fail rates Build years are worked out from age, so they are approximate. Tests counted are 2025 MOTs. Highest fail rate at 6 years old.

All generations of this model

What goes wrong most often on 3-year-old Mazda CX-30 models

These issues come from 3-year-old Mazda CX-30 models, every generation combined.

All generations of this modelPlenty of data

Most common advisories and fails

In order of the share of MOT tests that recorded each one

  1. 1
    Advisory

    Tyre worn close to the legal limit or worn on the edge

    14.4%
    Advisory: 1,711Fail: 94 (5% of the times it was found)
  2. 2
    Advisory

    Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    9.8%
    Advisory: 1,133Fail: 6 (1% of the times it was found)
  3. 3
    Advisory

    Brake pads wearing thin

    9.0%
    Advisory: 806Fail: 72 (8% of the times it was found)
  4. 4
    Advisory

    Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    9.0%
    Advisory: 1,097Fail: 55 (5% of the times it was found)
  5. 5
    Advisory

    Tyre slightly damaged, cracking or perishing

    3.0%
    Advisory: 330Fail: 28 (8% of the times it was found)

Based on 8,095 MOT tests on 3-year-old Mazda CX-30 models, every generation combined.

All generations of this model

Issues that often appear together

The pairs seen most often when an MOT on 3-year-old Mazda CX-30 models notes problems with more than one part of the car.

Issues that often appear together on this model

All generations of this modelPlenty of data
  1. Brakes + Tyres49%
  2. Suspension + Tyres24%
  3. Brakes + Suspension21%
  4. Other + Tyres14%

Both were noted at the same test. That doesn't mean one caused the other.

Across 1,181 MOT tests on Mazda CX-30 cars built around 2022 (3 years old) where more than one part of the car was noted.

Still registered

How many are still registered, and recalls

How many of these are still registered in the UK, and what's been recalled across the model.

How many are still registered

Not enough registration data to show this for the Mazda CX-30.

The share still registered can reflect demand, the cost of repairs, exports, write-offs and how owners use the car. It isn't proof of how long the car lasts mechanically.

Recall context

3 recalls in all

All 3 Mazda CX-30 recalls cover cars built in these years.

  • 3 recalls

Top concerns

  • The powered tailgate may partially lower unexpectedly from the fully opened position in certain situations
  • Vehicles may unexpectedly stop due to inadvertent activation of the automated smart brake support (sbs) system
  • On affected vehicles the images from the rear view / 360 cameras may not display.

For the exact car, check GOV.UK's recall checker with the number plate.

Like-for-like

Other SUVs to compare

Other SUVs to compare

  1. 1

    Volkswagen ID4 Life

    Same body type, tested at the same age

    Fail rate
    10.3%

    No clear edge over the Mazda CX-30 on these figures.

    2 critical recall campaigns matching this model/build period.

    4,494 MOT tests on cars built around 2022

  2. 2

    Honda HR-V

    Same body type, tested at the same age

    Fail rate
    4.9%
    Fail, no pass in 3 days
    0.3%
    Dangerous
    1%
    Still registered at 10 years
    97%

    Fewer fails still not passed 3 days later: 0.3%, against 1.1% for the Mazda CX-30.

    4,493 MOT tests on cars built around 2022

  3. 3

    Lexus UX

    Same body type, tested at the same age

    Fail rate
    4.9%
    Fail, no pass in 3 days
    0.6%
    Dangerous
    1.2%

    Lower fail rate: 4.9%, against 6.9% for the Mazda CX-30, both built around 2022.

    4,866 MOT tests on cars built around 2022

  4. 4

    Lexus RX

    Same body type, tested at the same age

    Fail rate
    4.3%
    Fail, no pass in 3 days
    0.6%
    Dangerous
    1.5%
    Still registered at 10 years
    90.4%

    Lower fail rate: 4.3%, against 6.9% for the Mazda CX-30, both built around 2022.

    2,386 MOT tests on cars built around 2022

Fail rate
= the share of MOT tests that ended in a fail. Retests count as tests.
Fail, no pass in 3 days
= the share of MOT tests that failed and still hadn't passed 3 days later. A fail that passed a retest within 3 days, even the same day, isn't counted.
Dangerous
= the share of MOT tests where the tester marked a fault as dangerous. It is against the law to drive the car until it is fixed.
Still registered at 10 years
= the share of cars still registered (taxed or declared off the road) 10 years after they were first registered.

Common questions

Frequently asked questions

Built around 2022 (3 years old), the Mazda CX-30 across all generations combined fails MOTs noticeably less often than typical for this age. This is based on 8,095 3-year-old MOT tests from DVSA data. Each retest counts as a test.

These figures come from DVSA's MOT records. Across every Mazda CX-30 ever sold: 20,305 tests. The main figures are for cars built around 2022 (3 years old): 8,095 tests. They are a guide, not a guarantee. Always inspect the car or have a mechanic check it.