Mazda 2 (2014)
2014 Mazda 2
CarHunch analysed 8,761 real MOT records for the 2014 Mazda 2.
Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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The 2014 Mazda 2 is a reliably solid performer, with an 83.8% first-time pass rate that sits comfortably above the UK average of 80%, though the high proportion of vehicles that have suffered a dangerous defect (35.4%) is a genuine concern for potential buyers and warrants a thorough pre-purchase inspection. This small car has typically covered around 41,500 miles by MOT age, which is reasonable for a decade-old vehicle, but owners should be prepared for an average of nearly 12 advisories per test—suggesting persistent minor wear issues rather than catastrophic failures.
When you find a used example, factor in that it'll average 1.92 failures before passing, meaning many examples need work before they're roadworthy. Check the full MOT history carefully for any pattern of dangerous defects or repeated failures in the same area, as this will tell you whether you're looking at a well-maintained individual car or one that's been neglected.
The 2014 Mazda 2 has a decent first-time pass rate (83.8%), but a higher-than-average share of vehicles have had serious defects recorded — the individual vehicle's history matters a lot here.
These stats describe 8,761 vehicles as a group. The specific vehicle you're looking at could be the one good example or the one outlier. Run its registration to find out.
What tends to go wrong
Across 8,761 vehicles — figures show how many had each issue flagged at least once in their MOT history.
Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2014.
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Before you buy a 2014 Mazda 2
Based on MOT data from 8,761 vehicles — here's what to check.
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Check the full MOT history.
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recurring advisories often signal problems years before they become failures.
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Brake pipes, sills and subframes are the key areas on a vehicle this age — structural rust is hard to spot without getting underneath. A mechanic will check all of this before you commit, and give you a concrete basis to negotiate on price.
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Pass Rate by Fuel Type
| Fuel type | Vehicles | Pass rate | Avg failures |
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| Petrol (100%) | 8,759 | 83.8% | 1.92 |
Colour Breakdown
Based on 145,914 Mazda 2 vehicles registered in the UK — across all years. From DVLA registration records.
Mileage Distribution
Most 2014 Mazda 2 vehicles sit in the blue band. If the vehicle you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.
Half of all 2014 Mazda 2 vehicles fall between 30,088 and 54,470 miles.
2014 Mazda 2 — Still on the Road
Almost all 2014 Mazda 2s are still on the road.
Strong survival — 8,122 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025, 95% of the peak.
Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2017–2025.
* The 2020 dip reflects the government's COVID-19 MOT exemption, which allowed certificates to be extended by six months — fewer tests were conducted that year.
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