2013 Mazda CX-5 2.2L Diesel · CX63 DVM

The vehicle remains roadworthy but the maintenance history reveals a persistent trend of deferred consumable replacements and developing environmental corrosion. The most recent test in September 2025 at 93,723 miles passed, yet carried multiple advisories regarding tyre perishing and suspension corrosion. While the car has passed its last three tests, the recurring nature of the flagged faults suggests an owner who only addresses issues once they reach an MOT failure threshold rather than performing preventative maintenance. The mileage pattern is remarkably consistent for a 13-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 7,200 miles per year. Between September 2022 at 74,600 miles and September 2025 at 93,723 miles, the car covered 19,123 miles. This low annual usage suggests light road use, but the low mileage often correlates with the degradation of rubber-based components, evidenced by the repeated cracking and perishing of the tyre sidewalls noted throughout the record. A buyer must conduct a close inspection of the rear suspension arms, as the tester flagged them for corrosion in three consecutive years from 2023, 2024, to 2025. While the record describes these as not seriously weakened yet, the progression of rust on structural components is a primary concern for an aging Mazda. The buyer should also verify the rear brake discs, as the pitting and scoring noted in 2022 indicate either long periods of inactivity or poor-quality braking components. The tyres require immediate attention. The record shows a long history of perishing and cracking across multiple axles, which indicates the rubber is reaching its structural limit regardless of remaining tread depth. Given the previous failure for a fractured anti-roll bar linkage and deep tyre cuts, a thorough check of the entire suspension geometry and linkages is necessary to ensure no other hidden mechanical failures have developed since the last test.