2015 Mazda CX-5 2.2L Diesel · GE53 ANY

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness status following its most recent test on 26 January 2026 at 82,329 miles, which returned a clean pass with no defects recorded. This follows a period of significant mechanical advisories in late 2024, suggesting that the previous owner addressed several emerging issues. The maintenance trend appears to be improving, moving from a high number of structural and suspension advisories back to a defect-free status in the latest inspection. The mileage accumulation is consistent with a typical usage pattern for an eleven-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 7,500 miles per year. The record shows steady progression from 10,000 miles in April 2018 to the current 82,329 miles. There are no indications of long periods of inactivity or sudden, excessive mileage spikes that might suggest heavy commercial use or odometer tampering. The interval between tests remains regular, providing a reliable chronological dataset for assessing wear. A buyer should focus physical inspections on the underside of the vehicle, specifically regarding the corrosion noted in the 14 October 2024 test. At 67,690 miles, the tester flagged corrosion on the nearside and offside rear suspension arms, as well as the rear subframe. While these were noted as not seriously weakened at that time, the presence of corrosion on these structural components requires careful scrutiny to ensure it has not progressed. The previous report also highlighted corroded brake pipes on both the nearside and offside front, which should be checked for integrity and proper sealing. Suspension components also warrant attention. The 2024 test identified a worn offside front suspension arm bush and general corrosion on the rear arms. Although the vehicle passed the 2026 test without further suspension advisories, a road test is necessary to confirm that the bushing and subframe issues have been fully rectified and that no new noises or handling instabilities have developed. The 2019 advisory regarding pitted rear brake discs indicates that the braking system is subject to standard wear, so the current condition of the discs and pads should be verified.