2018 Mazda CX-5 2.2L Diesel · JGZ 2096

The 2018 Mazda CX-5 presents a clean bill of health through its entire MOT history, with the most recent test on 18 March 2026 passing at 33,361 miles with zero defects or advisories. Every recorded test since 2022 has followed the same pattern: a straightforward pass with no mechanical or structural concerns flagged by the tester. The maintenance trend is stable and unbroken, indicating consistent basic upkeep across the vehicle's life. The mileage accumulation tells a clear story. Between the March 2022 test at 13,220 miles and the March 2026 test at 33,361 miles, the car covered roughly 20,141 miles over four years, averaging around 5,035 miles annually. That figure sits slightly above the car's overall lifetime average of approximately 4,170 miles per year, suggesting the current or most recent keeper used it more regularly than the previous owner. The intervals between tests show steady, predictable growth with no sudden spikes or suspicious gaps that might indicate a period of disuse or a rolled-back odometer. With no recurring faults on record, there are no specific mechanical patterns to flag for closer inspection. The clean history does, however, warrant a careful physical check of the underside and suspension components. Low-mileage vehicles that spend extended periods stationary can develop surface corrosion on brake discs, seized handbrake mechanisms, and deteriorated rubber bushes or tyre sidewalls despite shallow tread depth. A buyer should inspect the condition of all four tyres for age-related cracking, verify that the brake calipers are not binding, and examine the exhaust system and subframes for early corrosion, particularly if the car has been used primarily for short urban journeys.