2016 Mazda CX-5 2.0L Petrol · EU66 VTP

A pattern of consistent roadworthiness defines this 2016 Mazda CX-5, with the most recent assessment on 22 September 2025 returning a clean pass and no advisories or defects recorded. Across the four tests presented, every examination has resulted in a pass with a completely clean sheet, which speaks to a vehicle that has remained mechanically compliant throughout its life without the chronic minor wear items that typically accumulate on a car of this vintage. The single failure recorded on 1 October 2022 was immediately followed by a pass on the same date with no defects listed, strongly indicating that the issue prompting the failure was rectified on site or under rectification procedures before the car was retested the same day. The absence of recurring advisories on suspension, braking, corrosion, or exhaust components is notable for a ten year old vehicle, particularly one that has covered meaningful mileage and would ordinarily begin to show early signs of component ageing. At 72,698 miles over ten years, this CX-5 has averaged roughly 7,270 miles annually, a figure that sits squarely within typical usage expectations for a family SUV of this age. There are no extended gaps between MOT tests that would suggest the vehicle was laid up for prolonged periods, and the mileage progression between tests appears broadly consistent, indicating steady rather than erratic use. This kind of regular, moderate accumulation tends to be kinder to mechanical components than very low annual mileages, which can allow seals, gaskets, and brake components to deteriorate from standing, and also less punishing than very high mileages that accelerate wear on clutch, turbo, and suspension items. The mileage profile therefore supports the clean MOT record, as the vehicle has clearly been in active service and has not suffered the drying out or corrosion issues associated with sporadic use. For a prospective buyer, the lack of advisories across all recorded tests means there are no specific flagged components to investigate beyond the usual age and mileage related wear points. Even so, a thorough physical inspection and test drive remain essential, as MOT testing does not cover every wearing part and a clean sheet simply confirms the car met minimum standards on the day. On a test drive, pay particular attention to the suspension for any knocking or clonking over uneven surfaces, which could indicate worn bushes or drop links on the front and rear anti roll bar assemblies, and listen for any clonking from the rear over bumps that might suggest trailing arm bushes are beginning to perish. Brake feel should be checked for pulling to one side under firm application or any vibration through the pedal that would suggest warped front discs, while the steering should be assessed for any vagueness, knocking on full lock, or uneven tyre wear that could point to worn track rod ends or top mounts. Underneath the vehicle, a careful visual check from ground level or on a ramp is worthwhile to look for any early signs of corrosion on the rear subframe, brake pipes, and suspension arms, as these are areas that can begin to surface on a vehicle of this age even when not yet at MOT failure threshold. The exhaust should be inspected for any blowing joints or corrosion around the mounting points, and the engine bay examined for any oil seepage from the valve cover gasket or oil filter housing, both of which are common on Mazda units approaching a decade of service. A scan for any warning lights on the dashboard, particularly for the DPF if it is a diesel derivative or any transmission related warnings on the automatic gearbox, will confirm that the electronic systems are functioning correctly. Given the strong MOT record, this CX-5 presents as a well maintained example, but a pre purchase inspection by an independent specialist would still be prudent to verify the mechanical condition behind the clean paper history.