2014 Mazda CX-5 2.2L Diesel · HJ14 UHM

The 2014 Mazda CX-5 presents a mixed maintenance picture. The most recent test on 27 October 2025 at 94,921 miles passed, but the record reveals a recurring pattern of neglect on basic consumables and a notable suspension failure in late 2024. The overall trend is one of inconsistent upkeep rather than a steady decline, with the owner appearing to address only the most immediate failures before each test. The October 2024 failure at 91,442 miles flagged an excessively worn offside front suspension arm pin or bush and a worn nearside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint, both serious items affecting steering and stability. These were rectified before the pass two days later at 91,454 miles, suggesting a reactive repair rather than a proactive overhaul. The tester also flagged front brake pads wearing thin in November 2023 at 87,544 miles and worn front brake discs in May 2023 at 85,359 miles, indicating the braking system has been running close to service limits for some time. The mileage accumulation is broadly typical for a 12-year-old vehicle, averaging roughly 7,910 miles per year. The record shows a gap of approximately 3,900 miles between the May 2023 test at 85,359 miles and the November 2023 test at 87,544 miles, a reasonable six-month interval. However, the jump from 87,544 miles in November 2023 to 91,442 miles in October 2024 represents nearly 3,900 miles in eleven months, a slightly higher rate that may point to increased use or a period of regular commuting. The most recent test at 94,921 miles in October 2025 shows only 3,467 miles added in the following year, suggesting the vehicle may have been used less or stood for periods. No glaring gaps or suspicious drops appear in the data, but the record is sparse enough that long periods of untested use cannot be ruled out. A buyer should focus the physical inspection on the front suspension and steering components. The October 2024 failure for a worn suspension arm bush and anti-roll bar linkage ball joint raises questions about the condition of the corresponding offside components and whether any replaced parts were new or salvaged. Check for uneven tyre wear, particularly on the nearside rear, which has appeared on four of the five recorded tests, most recently in October 2025. This recurring inner or outer edge wear points to possible tracking issues, worn dampers, or weakened suspension bushes that have not been fully resolved. The front braking system also warrants close scrutiny. With pads flagged as wearing thin in November 2023 and discs noted as worn and pitted in May 2023, there is a strong possibility the discs are now below minimum thickness or the pads are contaminated from prolonged use beyond their service life. Inspect the disc faces for scoring and lipping, and check pad thickness through the wheel spokes. The nearside rear tyre defect appearing consistently across multiple tests suggests a persistent alignment or suspension geometry fault that a simple tyre replacement will not cure. Have a suspension specialist check the rear toe and camber settings, and inspect the rear suspension bushes and damper mounts for play or deterioration.