What year Mazda 1300 Dl is most reliable?

Based on MOT first-test pass rates, the 1980 Mazda 1300 Dl has the highest pass rate at 66.7%, out of 3,222 vehicles tested.

What are the most common Mazda 1300 Dl MOT failures?

The most common Mazda 1300 Dl MOT failures vary by year. Check the individual year pages for detailed defect breakdowns — links in the table above.

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Mazda 1300 Dl — Reliability by Year

3,568 vehicles · MOT data 1980–1981 · first-test pass rates

This page shows MOT first-test pass rates for each year the Mazda 1300 Dl was manufactured — click any year to explore that cohort in detail. Trying to decide which year to buy? See the full buying guide →

Year	Pass rate	Avg mileage	Vehicles
1981	—	—	346
1980	66.7%	80,612 mi	3,222

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