2022 Mazda Cx-5 Auto — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 1,739 MOT tests analysed for the 2022 Mazda Cx-5 Auto, the most common recorded failure areas were tyres, lighting & signalling and brakes. Its pass rate of 94.2% was above the average for cars of a similar age (91.7%).
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 3.2% | 56 |
| 2 | Lighting & signalling | 2.6% | 45 |
| 3 | Brakes | 1.9% | 33 |
| 4 | Visibility | 1.4% | 24 |
| 5 | Suspension | 0.3% | 5 |
| 6 | Seat belts & restraints | 0.2% | 3 |
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 | 69 |
| 2 | Brake pads | 31 |
| 3 | Wipers | 18 |
| 4 | Tyre pressure monitoring system | 10 |
| 5 | Brake discs | 7 |
| 6 | Washers | 7 |
Top advisory categories
Advisories aren't failures, but they flag work likely needed soon — useful when budgeting.
| # | Category | % of tests with advisory | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Brakes | 12.8% | 223 |
| 2 | Tyres | 12.2% | 212 |
| 3 | Other defects | 6.9% | 120 |
| 4 | Visibility | 2.5% | 44 |
| 5 | Lighting & signalling | 0.1% | 2 |
| 6 | Suspension | 0.1% | 2 |
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 | 1,202 | 4.8% |
| 30-60k | 518 | 7.9% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 59 | 3.4% |
| 2025 | 1,678 | 5.9% |
What to check before buying a 2022 Cx-5 Auto
Before buying a 2022 Mazda Cx-5 Auto, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Tyres accounted for 3.2% of tests for this year.
- Tyres (3.2% 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.
- Lighting & signalling (2.6% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Brakes (1.9% of tests): Pads/discs are routine wear; binding, imbalance or corroded pipes are more serious — test for pulling under braking. Typical repair: £100–£350 per axle.
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 Cx-5 Autos pass their MOT?
94.2% of the 1,739 2022 Mazda Cx-5 Auto MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 5.8% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2022 Mazda Cx-5 Auto?
Tyres, recorded in 3.2% of tests, followed by lighting & signalling (2.6%).
Does the 2022 Cx-5 Auto get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 4.8% in the 0-30k band to 7.9% in the 30-60k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 1,739 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.