2022 Mazda Cx-5 D — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 322 MOT tests analysed for the 2022 Mazda Cx-5 D, the most common recorded failure areas were tyres, visibility and lighting & signalling. Its pass rate of 93.5% 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 | 4.0% | 13 |
| 2 | Visibility | 2.2% | 7 |
| 3 | Lighting & signalling | 1.6% | 5 |
| 4 | Brakes | 0.9% | 3 |
| 5 | Other defects | 0.6% | 2 |
| 6 | 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 | Wipers | 7 |
| 2 | Headlamp aim | 6 |
| 3 | Registration plates | 3 |
| 4 | Service brake performance | 2 |
| 5 | Rear fog lamp | 2 |
| 6 | Tyre pressure monitoring system | 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 | 18.0% | 58 |
| 2 | Brakes | 10.9% | 35 |
| 3 | Other defects | 5.9% | 19 |
| 4 | Visibility | 3.7% | 12 |
| 5 | Suspension | 0.9% | 3 |
| 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 | 171 | 6.4% |
| 30-60k | 140 | 7.1% |
What to check before buying a 2022 Cx-5 D
Before buying a 2022 Mazda Cx-5 D, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Tyres accounted for 4.0% of tests for this year.
- Tyres (4.0% 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 (2.2% 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.
- Lighting & signalling (1.6% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£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 Cx-5 Ds pass their MOT?
93.5% of the 322 2022 Mazda Cx-5 D MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 6.5% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2022 Mazda Cx-5 D?
Tyres, recorded in 4.0% of tests, followed by visibility (2.2%).
Does the 2022 Cx-5 D get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 6.4% in the 0-30k band to 7.1% in the 30-60k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 322 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.