2013 Mazda 5 1.6L Diesel · AY13 VPA

The vehicle currently holds a clean roadworthiness status, showing an improving trend following a period of instability. The most recent test conducted in April 2024 at 259,896 miles passed with no defects or advisories recorded. This indicates that the owner successfully addressed the issues identified in previous years and has maintained the vehicle to a standard that meets the minimum safety and emissions requirements. The mileage profile is exceptionally high for a 13-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 20,000 miles per year. Between April 2022 and April 2023, the car covered 17,641 miles, which is slightly below the annual average. This consistent usage suggests high-frequency motorway driving, which often places different stresses on drivetrain components and suspension compared to short city trips. While the high mileage accelerates the wear on consumables, the lack of defects in the two most recent tests suggests the vehicle has not been neglected despite the heavy usage patterns. The recorded failures in 2022 and 2023 indicate that the vehicle required significant mechanical intervention to pass inspection. Although the provided data does not list the specific reasons for those failures, the pattern of failing and then immediately passing suggests issues related to components that wear out under load. A buyer must perform a thorough inspection of the chassis for structural corrosion, which is common on Mazda 5 models of this era. Given the high mileage, the condition of the suspension bushes, shock absorbers, and brake system should also be checked for signs of advanced wear or premature failure that a standard MOT might not fully capture.