2014 Mazda 5 · 1,649 MOT tests
2014 Mazda 5 reliability
2014 Mazda 5s fail 35.4% of first MOT tests, 26% more MOT fails than the average car its age and mileage, ranking 8 of 10 5 years (1,649 DVSA tests, 2022 to 2024).
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- first-time fail rate (all Mazda 5s: 48.2%)
- 35.4%
- first-time fail rate (all Mazda 5s: 48.2%)
- fails than cars of the same age and mileage
- 26% more
- fails than cars of the same age and mileage
- typical miles at its MOT, aged about 8
- 76,167
- typical miles at its MOT, aged about 8
- MOT tests, 2022 to 2024
- 1,649
- MOT tests, 2022 to 2024
Year on year
2014 against the years either side
- 2013 cars: 18% more MOT fails than the average car its age (the 2014 car does worse)
- 2015 cars: 28% more MOT fails than the average car its age (the 2014 car does better)
- Weak spot: suspension, 15.5% of tests fail here (88% above cars of the same age and mileage).
- Strong point: exhaust, emissions and leaks, 34% fewer fails than comparable cars.
- Plates: a 2014 car carries a 63 plate (January–February 2014), or a 14 plate (March–August 2014), or a 64 plate (September–December 2014).
Common problems
What fails on a 2014 Mazda 5
Fail rate by area
- Suspension15.5%
- Tyres11%
- Lights and electrics9.5%
- Brakes6.2%
- Windscreen, wipers and mirrors4.2%
- Body, chassis and structure2.8%
- Exhaust, emissions and leaks1.6%
Average for cars of the same age and mileage
Top failures
Suspension ball joint excessively worn 4.79%
A worn ball joint can fail and cause loss of steering control, so it must be replaced promptly.
Tyre ply or cords exposed 3.34%
Exposed ply or cords can let the tyre fail suddenly, so the tyre must be replaced before the car is driven.
Suspension arm pin/bush excessively worn 3.27%
Worn suspension arm bushes allow the wheel to move unpredictably, affecting steering, handling and tyre wear.
Position lamp not working 3.21%
A failed position lamp makes the car harder to see in poor light and is illegal, so it must be repaired.
Tyre tread below 1.6mm 2.91%
Tread below 1.6mm is illegal and reduces grip in wet conditions, so the tyre must be replaced.
Brake pads worn below 1.5mm 2.91%
Pads worn below 1.5mm lose stopping power and can damage discs, so replacement is needed before the car is driven.
Common advisories
Tyre worn close to legal limit (21.04%) · Suspension arm pin/bush showing wear (13.89%) · Brake pads wearing thin (12.31%) · Brake disc pitted or scored (12.01%) · Tyre slightly damaged or cracking (7.58%) · Child seat limits belt inspection (5.03%)
Is a 2014 Mazda 5 reliable?
2014 Mazda 5s fail 35.4% of first MOT tests, 26% more MOT fails than the average car its age and mileage, ranking 8 of 10 5 years (1,649 DVSA tests, 2022 to 2024).
What fails on a 2014 Mazda 5 MOT?
Most often suspension ball joint excessively worn (4.79% of tests), tyre ply or cords exposed (3.34% of tests), suspension arm pin/bush excessively worn (3.27% of tests).
How many miles should a 2014 Mazda 5 have done?
At its MOT aged about 8, a typical 2014 Mazda 5 shows 76,167 miles. Much higher or lower is worth asking about.
What plate is a 2014 car?
A car first registered in 2014 carries a 63 plate (January–February 2014), or a 14 plate (March–August 2014), or a 64 plate (September–December 2014).
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