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Mazda CX-60 reliability by build year

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We've only got 643 MOT tests for Mazda CX-60 models built around 2022 (3 years old). Treat these numbers as a rough guide.

At a glance

Mazda CX-60 built around 2022: about average at the MOT

Mazda CX-60 models built around 2022 fail their MOT about as often as similar cars the same age.

Key figure

7% of MOT tests on Mazda CX-60 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-60 models built around 2022 involves the tyres.

What to check before viewing

The Mazda CX-60'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.

Tyres

Worth checking

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

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.

Headlight aim

If you have time

Park facing a wall at night and check the beam pattern is even and at the right height.

How build years differ

Use the build-year guide below to separate newer build years from older ones.

Find your CX-60's generation

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

Mazda CX-60 fail rate by age

This chart combines every Mazda CX-60 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
6437.3%

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 3 years old.

What goes wrong most often on 3-year-old Mazda CX-60 models

These issues come from 3-year-old Mazda CX-60 models, every generation combined.

All generations of this modelNot much data

Most common advisories and fails

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

  1. 1
    Advisory

    Tyre slightly damaged, cracking or perishing

    15.4%
    Advisory: 209Fail: 10 (5% of the times it was found)
  2. 2
    Advisory

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

    15.1%
    Advisory: 191Fail: 0 (0% of the times it was found)
  3. 3
    Advisory

    Tyre has a cut that does not reach the ply or cords

    6.4%
    Advisory: 33Fail: 19 (37% of the times it was found)
  4. 4
    Advisory

    Headlamp aimed too low or out of line

    2.0%
    Advisory: 18Fail: 1 (5% of the times it was found)
  5. 5
    Minor

    Windscreen damaged, but the driver can still see clearly

    1.6%
    Advisory: 0Fail: 0 (0% of the times it was found)

Based on 643 MOT tests on 3-year-old Mazda CX-60 models, every generation combined.

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-60.

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

11 recalls in all

10 of the 11 Mazda CX-60 recalls cover cars built in these years.

  • 10 recalls

Top concerns

  • Inoperable defroster and seat belt warning light
  • Instrument cluster module software concern
  • ECU reprogramming

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

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-60 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%

    Lower fail rate: 4.9%, against 7.3% for the Mazda CX-60, both built around 2022.

    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 7.3% for the Mazda CX-60, 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 7.3% for the Mazda CX-60, 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.

Frequently asked questions

Built around 2022 (3 years old), the Mazda CX-60 across all generations combined fails MOTs slightly less often than typical for this age. This is based on 643 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-60 ever sold: 643 tests. The main figures are for cars built around 2022 (3 years old): 643 tests. They are a guide, not a guarantee. Always inspect the car or have a mechanic check it.