Reliability Guide
Common Mazda Problems
Select a model below to discover known faults, common MOT failures, estimated repair costs, and buying tips.
Select a Mazda Model
Mazda MX-30
2020 – 2024
3 documented issues
Mazda 3 (BP)
2019 – 2024
3 documented issues 1 severe
Mazda CX-30 (DM)
2019 – 2024
4 documented issues 1 severe
Mazda 6 (GL)
2018 – 2023
3 documented issues 1 severe
Mazda CX-5 (KF)
2017 – 2024
3 documented issues
Mazda MX-5 (ND)
2015 – 2024
2 documented issues 1 severe
Mazda CX-3 (DK)
2015 – 2022
3 documented issues
Mazda 6 (GJ facelift)
2015 – 2017
2 documented issues
Mazda 2 (DJ)
2014 – 2024
3 documented issues
Mazda 3 (BM/BN)
2013 – 2019
5 documented issues 1 severe
Mazda CX-5 (KE)
2012 – 2017
3 documented issues 2 severe
Mazda 6 (GJ)
2012 – 2015
4 documented issues 2 severe
Mazda 5 (CW)
2010 – 2015
3 documented issues 1 severe
Mazda 2 (DE)
2007 – 2014
3 documented issues
Mazda 6 (GH)
2007 – 2012
2 documented issues 2 severe
Mazda MX-5 (NC)
2005 – 2015
4 documented issues 1 severe
Mazda RX-8
2003 – 2012
3 documented issues 2 severe
Mazda MX-5 (NB)
1998 – 2005
3 documented issues 2 severe
Mazda MX-5 (NA, late UK cars)
1995 – 1998
2 documented issues 1 severe
Brand-wide Mazda Problem Patterns
2.2 Diesel Oil Dilution: Frequent DPF regenerations can dump diesel into the oil, leading to engine wear or even runaway.
MX-5 Rear Arch/Sill Rust: A classic Mazda issue that persists even into the NC generation if not undersealed.
SkyActiv-D Camshaft Wear: Early 2.2 diesels (2012-2014) had soft camshafts that would wear prematurely, throwing metal filings into the turbo.
Folding Mirror Motor Failure: A very common, annoying fault across almost the entire 2014-2020 Mazda range.
Looking to check a used Mazda?
Run a full registration check to inspect MOT history, mileage anomalies, write-off categories, and finance.
Check a Mazda Registration