2013 Mazda CX-5 2.2L Diesel · GK63 LME

The 2013 Mazda CX-5 presents a solid mechanical baseline in its most recent MOT, passing on 14 November 2025 at 73,324 miles with only advisory-level defects. The maintenance trend is broadly stable rather than deteriorating. The November 2025 test flagged both front tyres worn close to the legal limit and worn on their edges, alongside deteriorated track rod end ball joint dust covers on both sides. These are minor issues. The tyre wear is a consumable matter, and the dust covers, while perished, were noted as still preventing dirt ingress at the time of test. No corrosion, structural defects, braking faults, or suspension failures appear in the record. The car has not failed an MOT in the supplied history. The mileage progression tells a consistent story of light use. Between November 2021 at 62,856 miles and November 2025 at 73,324 miles, the car covered just 10,468 miles over four years, averaging roughly 2,600 miles annually in that period. Earlier years were slightly busier, with around 2,457 miles covered between November 2022 and November 2023, and 2,076 miles between November 2023 and November 2024. The overall lifetime average sits at approximately 5,640 miles per year, which is low for a vehicle of this age. Such light usage generally favours the longevity of mechanical components, though prolonged periods of short journeys or standing can accelerate certain types of corrosion and moisture-related deterioration that MOT tests do not always capture. The recurring advisory on the front track rod end ball joint dust covers, present in both November 2024 and November 2025, warrants a closer look beneath the vehicle. Once dust covers split or deteriorate, road grit and moisture can reach the joint itself, accelerating wear and potentially leading to play in the steering linkage. A buyer should inspect these joints for knocking or free play and check whether the covers have been replaced since the last test. The November 2025 advisory on both front tyres, worn to near the legal limit and feathered on the edges, points to possible wheel alignment drift or suspension geometry wear. Uneven edge wear on the fronts often hints at toe misalignment rather than simple underinflation, so a four-wheel alignment check is advisable. The front shock absorber dust covers flagged as split in November 2021 were not mentioned in subsequent tests, suggesting they may have been replaced, but a visual check of the dampers for oil misting or bouncing remains prudent. Beyond the flagged items, the low-mileage profile means a buyer should not assume the absence of age-related deterioration. Thirteen-year-old suspension bushes, subframe mounting points, and exhaust system hoses deserve inspection for perishing and corrosion, regardless of mileage. Brake components, flexible hoses, and the condition of the underbody sealant should be examined, as light-use vehicles can suffer more from moisture ingress and standing corrosion than their higher-mileage equivalents. The MOT record is clean and consistent, but it is a snapshot taken once a year. A physical inspection focused on the front steering geometry, tyre condition, and underbody corrosion will give the clearest picture of how well this example has actually been maintained between tests.