2014 Mazda CX-5 2.2L Diesel · DA14 UOP

The 2014 Mazda CX-5 presents a mixed maintenance picture, with the most recent MOT pass on 5 September 2025 at 120,287 miles masking a pattern of recurring suspension and tyre wear issues. The advisory for an oil-misting offside rear shock absorber at the latest test suggests a deteriorating damper seal, a condition that typically worsens gradually rather than catastrophically. However, the 2024 failure for a fractured nearside rear coil spring, which was repaired before the same-day retest, indicates a significant structural component was replaced. While this rectifies the immediate danger, a broken coil spring on a vehicle of this age often points to fatigue of original suspension components, and the simultaneous wear of suspension bushes suggests the rear end has endured sustained stress or deferred attention. The mileage accumulation is remarkably consistent and unremarkable, which is a positive indicator of regular use rather than prolonged standing. Between the 2022 test at 97,451 miles and the 2023 test at 105,274 miles, the vehicle covered 7,823 miles in roughly 11.5 months. From 2023 to the failed 2024 test at 114,782 miles, it added 9,508 miles over 12 months. The final jump to 120,287 miles by September 2025 represents 5,505 miles over 12 months, showing a slight reduction in annual use but remaining within the typical 10,000-mile range. There are no alarming gaps in the record that would suggest the vehicle sat idle for extended periods, which can cause its own issues with brake seizure and tyre flat-spotting. A buyer should prioritise a thorough inspection of the rear suspension, given the history of a broken coil spring and worn suspension arm bushes. The offside rear shock absorber's oil misting warrants close monitoring, as a leaking damper compromises ride control and tyre contact. The repeated advisories for inner tyre wear on the rear axle, appearing in both 2024 tests, strongly suggests misalignment or worn tracking components that have not been permanently corrected. Inspect the inner sidewalls of the rear tyres for feathering or scalloped wear, and check the condition of the rear brake calipers, as binding can sometimes accompany suspension faults and accelerate tyre degradation. The 2022 advisory for a nail in the offside front tyre is a minor historical puncture but serves as a reminder to check all tyre dates and condition, as 12-year-old rubber may have degraded regardless of tread depth.