2014 Mazda CX-5 2.2L Diesel · EY14 PYO

A recurring theme in this CX‑5’s MOT record is wear on the front lower suspension arm bushes and rear brake discs, compounded by recent windscreen and washer deficiencies. The latest MOT on 16 December 2025 recorded an overall pass, yet a failure was logged for insufficient washer fluid and ineffective front wipers, alongside the continuing advisories for both front lower suspension arm pins or bushes. Earlier tests show a pattern of front anti‑roll bar ball‑joint play and tyre tread approaching the legal limit, while the rear brake disc has been flagged as worn and pitted on more than one occasion. At 75,968 mi the vehicle averages roughly 6,300 mi per year, a mileage level that sits within normal UK usage for a twelve‑year‑old model. The MOT history shows annual testing with no significant gaps, indicating the vehicle has been regularly presented for inspection. The relatively modest annual accumulation suggests that wear on consumables such as tyres, brakes and suspension components is more likely to be a function of age and exposure rather than high‑stress mileage, but the repeated advisories imply that these parts have been reaching the end of their service intervals. When inspecting the suspension, feel for any looseness or knocking when the car is driven over bumps, and check for uneven tyre wear that could indicate deteriorating bushings or ball‑joint play. The rear brake discs should be examined for surface scoring and thickness; any pulsation or shudder through the pedal under braking may confirm the reported wear. Front tyres should be measured for tread depth, especially on the nearside and offside where the MOT noted tread close to the legal minimum, and any cupping or sidewall damage should be noted. The windscreen chip, although classified as minor, should be inspected for propagation, and the washer system must be verified for adequate fluid delivery and proper spray pattern, while the front wiper blades should be tested for full‑stroke clearance and effective clearing of the glass. Replacing the front lower suspension arm bushes, resurfacing or fitting new rear brake discs, renewing the tyres, and addressing the windscreen and washer issues will be necessary to bring the vehicle to a consistently roadworthy state and to avoid future MOT failures.