Mazda 5 (2007)
2007 Mazda 5
CarHunch analysed 6,094 real MOT records for the 2007 Mazda 5. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
The 2007 Mazda 5's 69.8% first-time pass rate sits notably below the UK average of 80%, signalling below-average reliability for its age. More concerning, 56% of these vehicles have recorded at least one dangerous defect during MOT history—a serious red flag that suggests structural, brake, or safety system issues are common in this cohort.
At nearly 78,000 miles on average, these cars are running higher mileage than typical for a 17-year-old vehicle, which partly explains the struggle. The real problem is the frequency: averaging 5.2 failures and 31 advisories per test tells you these Mazda 5s tend to need ongoing repairs, not just one-off fixes. Before buying, get a full pre-purchase inspection focused on brakes, suspension, and seatbelt mechanisms—the areas driving that dangerous defect rate.
What to check before buying a 2007 Mazda 5
Practical pre-purchase checks for this age and model.
- 📋 Check the full MOT history. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. Enter the reg below for a full AI analysis.
- 🔍 Inspect for corrosion in person. Brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that's expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.
- 🛞 Check tyres and brakes. The most common advisory items at this age. Budget for replacement if they're near the limit — factor this into your offer price.
- ⚠️ 56% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded. Enter the reg below — the full MOT history will show exactly what was flagged and whether it was resolved.
- 📄 Run an HPI check. The MOT history won't show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status — an HPI check will.
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Pass Rate by Fuel Type
| Fuel type | Vehicles | Pass rate | Avg failures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Petrol (70%) | 4,288 | 69.5% | 5.5 |
| Diesel (30%) | 1,798 | 70.6% | 4.51 |
| LPG (0%) | 6 | 70.8% | 3.83 |
| Gas Bi-Fuel (0%) | 1 | 65% | 7 |
| Gas (0%) | 1 | 66.7% | 10 |
Mileage Distribution
Most 2007 Mazda 5 vehicles sit in the blue band. If the car you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.
Half of all 2007 Mazda 5 vehicles fall between 61,293 and 87,268 miles.
2007 Mazda 5 — Still on the Road
Numbers are declining — 1,052 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 (18% of peak).
Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2014–2025.
MOT History Averages
Most Common MOT Issues — 2007 Mazda 5
Based on actual MOT test records for this model. Percentage shows how often each item appears across all vehicles in this cohort.
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63.7%
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit
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60.4%
Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit
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51%
Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
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50.2%
Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
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50%
Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin
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43.3%
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit
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42.9%
Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened
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42.8%
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit
Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2007. Counts include advisories and failures.
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