Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2021 Mazda Cx 5 GT Sport Auto?

Yes. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. A full MOT history analysis will highlight patterns that a single test result won't reveal.

What corrosion should I look for when inspecting a 2021 Mazda Cx 5 GT Sport Auto?

Check brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that is expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.

How are tyres and brakes typically on a 2021 Mazda Cx 5 GT Sport Auto?

Tyres and brakes are the most common advisory items on vehicles of this age. Budget for replacement if they are near the limit, and factor this into your offer price.

Is the 2021 Mazda Cx 5 GT Sport Auto reliable?

Based on MOT data from 247 vehicles, the 2021 Mazda Cx 5 GT Sport Auto has a first-time MOT pass rate of 93.1%, indicating generally reliable for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

Do I need an HPI check when buying a 2021 Mazda Cx 5 GT Sport Auto?

Yes. The MOT history will not show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status. An HPI check covers these areas and should be part of any used car purchase.

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Mazda Cx 5 GT Sport Auto (2021)

247 real MOT outcomes analysed • 93.1% first-time pass rate

2021 Mazda Cx 5 GT Sport Auto

CarHunch analysed 247 real MOT records for the 2021 Mazda Cx 5 GT Sport Auto. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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The 2021 Mazda CX-5 GT Sport Auto is a genuinely reliable proposition, passing its MOT first time in 92.7% of cases—well above the UK average of 80%—with only 3.2% of vehicles ever recording a dangerous defect. This petrol-only cohort shows consistent performance across the board.

At just over 26,000 miles median mileage, these are lightly used examples, which explains the low failure rate of 0.22 per vehicle; the 1.4 advisories per vehicle suggest minor wear items rather than systemic problems. If you're considering one, a pre-purchase inspection will almost certainly be a formality, but do still check service history given the automatic transmission.

We have limited data for the 2021 Mazda Cx 5 GT Sport Auto — treat the figures below as indicative rather than definitive.

First-time pass

93.1%

UK average ~80%

Better than average

Dangerous (ever)

3.2%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

0.22

Over 2.3 tests on record

Low

Typical mileage

26k

Middle half: 19k–33k

For context

These stats describe 247 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.

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Based on MOT data from 247 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 3.2% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded - 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. Inspection →
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Pass Rate by Fuel Type

Fuel type	Vehicles	Pass rate	Avg failures
Petrol (98%)	243	93%	0.22

Colour Breakdown

Based on 872 Mazda Cx 5 GT Sport Auto vehicles registered in the UK — across all years. From DVLA registration records.

Red 32.2%

281

Grey 28.2%

246

Blue 21.9%

191

Black 9.5%

White 5.6%

Bronze 1.4%

Silver 1.1%

Mileage Distribution

Most 2021 Mazda Cx 5 GT Sport Auto 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.

26,186

typical

18,721

low mileage

33,348

high mileage

Half of all 2021 Mazda Cx 5 GT Sport Auto vehicles fall between 18,721 and 33,348 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 18,721 miles — lower than most. Could be great, or could be a vehicle that rarely moved. Check test frequency and mileage progression in the MOT history.

✓ 18,721–33,348 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2021 Mazda Cx 5 GT Sport Autos sit.

⚠ Over 45,019 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

MOT History Averages

2.3

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

0.22

Avg failures per vehicle

1.4

Avg advisories per vehicle

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