30 Model Years Analyzed
Mazda B Series
MOT Pass Rate & Statistics
Average pass rate across all model years (1981-2019), based on 2,405 DVSA recorded tests.
72.9%
Average Pass Rate
30
Model Years
2k
Tests Analyzed
Most Tested Year
2005 Mazda B Series MOT Pass Rate & Common Failures
Pass Rate by Year
1 tests
2 tests
3 tests
4 tests
1 tests
8 tests
9 tests
179 tests
536 tests
282 tests
372 tests
351 tests
172 tests
239 tests
119 tests
48 tests
1 tests
5 tests
7 tests
10 tests
6 tests
13 tests
5 tests
5 tests
5 tests
7 tests
4 tests
6 tests
4 tests
1 tests
Most Common Failures Across All Years
- 1Body, cab or chassis excessively corroded at a mounting point
- 2Brake pipe damaged or excessively corroded
- 3A suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn
- 4Smoke opacity levels exceed default limit
- 5A tyre seriously damaged
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average MOT pass rate for a Mazda B Series?
The Mazda B Series has an average 72.9% MOT pass rate across model years 1981 to 2019, based on DVSA test data.
What are the most common MOT failures on a Mazda B Series?
The most common MOT failure reasons for the Mazda B Series across all years are: body, cab or chassis excessively corroded at a mounting point, brake pipe damaged or excessively corroded, a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn. These are typical wear items that can often be checked and addressed before your test.
Which Mazda B Series year has the best MOT pass rate?
MOT pass rates vary by year - newer models typically have higher pass rates. Check our year-by-year breakdown above to compare pass rates for specific Mazda B Series model years.