2022 Mazda 2 Auto — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 311 MOT tests analysed for the 2022 Mazda 2 Auto, the most common recorded failure areas were lighting & signalling, tyres and visibility. Its pass rate of 96.1% was above the average for cars of a similar age (91.7%).
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lighting & signalling | 4.2% | 13 |
| 2 | Tyres | 1.9% | 6 |
| 3 | Visibility | 1.3% | 4 |
| 4 | Brakes | 0.6% | 2 |
| 5 | Emissions & environmental | 0.3% | 1 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Headlamp aim | 21 |
| 2 | Brake pads | 3 |
| 3 | Driver's view | 2 |
| 4 | Washers | 1 |
| 5 | Wipers | 1 |
| 6 | Brake performance not tested | 1 |
Top advisory categories
Advisories aren't failures, but they flag work likely needed soon — useful when budgeting.
| # | Category | % of tests with advisory | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 8.7% | 27 |
| 2 | Other defects | 6.4% | 20 |
| 3 | Brakes | 5.8% | 18 |
| 4 | Visibility | 2.9% | 9 |
| 5 | Suspension | 1.6% | 5 |
| 6 | Road wheels | 0.3% | 1 |
Failure rate by mileage
Higher-mileage cars tend to fail more — often the most useful guide to real condition.
| Mileage band | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 0-30k | 294 | 3.1% |
What to check before buying a 2022 2 Auto
Before buying a 2022 Mazda 2 Auto, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Lighting & signalling accounted for 4.2% of tests for this year.
- Lighting & signalling (4.2% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Tyres (1.9% of tests): Usually a quick, known-cost fix, but check tread, age and uneven wear (which can hint at alignment or suspension issues). Typical repair: £50–£120 per tyre.
- Visibility (1.3% of tests): Wipers, washers, mirrors and screen damage — usually inexpensive, but check for chips in the driver's line of sight. Typical repair: £15–£150.
Repair costs are rough UK ballpark ranges to set expectations, not quotes — actual prices vary widely by car, parts and garage.
Frequently asked questions
How many 2022 Mazda 2 Autos pass their MOT?
96.1% of the 311 2022 Mazda 2 Auto MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 3.9% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2022 Mazda 2 Auto?
Lighting & signalling, recorded in 4.2% of tests, followed by tyres (1.9%).
Methodology & source. Based on 311 MOT tests. Dataset: DVSA MOT testing data (2021,2022,2023,2024,2025). Data last updated 2026-07-01. Figures reflect MOT-testable defects only — read the methodology for how these are calculated and what they don't measure.