1992 Mazda Roadstar MOT Pass Rate
Pass rate for Roadstar models manufactured in 1992, based on 39 real MOT test results.
Data from official DVSA MOT testing records
1992 Mazda Roadstar MOT Analysis
The 1992 Mazda Roadstar has an MOT pass rate of 59.0% based on 39 tests — slightly below the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 172,912 miles on the odometer. With a 41.0% failure rate, the 1992 Roadstar is rated as "Below Average" for MOT reliability.
The leading cause of MOT failure for the 1992 Mazda Roadstar is Noise, emissions and leaks, responsible for 10.3% of failures. Emissions failures occur when exhaust gases exceed legal limits for carbon monoxide (CO), hydrocarbons (HC), or particulate matter (diesel). Common causes include faulty oxygen sensors, clogged catalytic converters, or DPF issues on diesel vehicles. Typical repair costs range from £100–1,000+.
Top failures specific to 1992 models only. The overall Roadstar page may show different rankings.
What Fails Most
What Fails on This Car?
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| Rank | Failure Category | Rate (%) | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Noise, Emissions And Leaks | 10.3% | 4 |
Failures per 10,000 Miles
avg. 172,912 miFor every 10,000 miles driven, this shows what percentage of MOT tests fail for each category. This accounts for how far cars are actually driven, not just raw pass/fail counts.
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| Category | Rate / 10K mi | Raw % | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| Noise, emissions and leaks | 0.59 | 10.3% | 4 |
Mileage Statistics
Mileage-adjusted failure rate — accounts for how much this model year is typically driven.
About This Data
The 1992 Mazda Roadstar has an MOT pass rate of 59.0% based on 39 tests — slightly below the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 172,912 miles on the odometer. With a 41.0% failure rate, the 1992 Roadstar is rated as "Below Average" for MOT reliability.
If you own or are considering buying a 1992 Mazda Roadstar, budget for potential repairs before each MOT. Before your MOT, pay particular attention to noise, emissions and leaks: If the engine management light is on, get it diagnosed before the MOT. For diesel cars, ensure the DPF has completed a regeneration cycle. Regular servicing and using premium fuel before the test can help. With an average mileage of 172,912 miles, these vehicles are in the higher-mileage bracket where wear-related failures become more common.
Noise, emissions and leaks — 10.3% of failures
Noise, emissions and leaks issues account for 10.3% of MOT failures on 1992 Mazda Roadstar models. Emissions failures occur when exhaust gases exceed legal limits for carbon monoxide (CO), hydrocarbons (HC), or particulate matter (diesel). Common causes include faulty oxygen sensors, clogged catalytic converters, or DPF issues on diesel vehicles. Typical repair costs: £100–1,000+. Pre-MOT check: If the engine management light is on, get it diagnosed before the MOT. For diesel cars, ensure the DPF has completed a regeneration cycle. Regular servicing and using premium fuel before the test can help.
Based on DVSA anonymised MOT test data (2005–2024). Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0.