2014 Mazda CX-5 2.2L Diesel · JA55 FLU

The most recent MOT test on 23 August 2025 confirms this Mazda CX-5 remains roadworthy at 128,413 miles, with no defects or advisories recorded. Over the past three annual tests—2024, 2023, and 2022—there has been a consistent pattern of clean passes, though the duplicate entry for August 2023 (a failed test followed by an immediate retest) suggests a minor administrative oversight rather than mechanical failure. The absence of recurring advisories or defects implies that major systems—brakes, suspension, exhaust, and structural integrity—have been maintained at a baseline standard, though no record provides insight into service intervals or wear beyond MOT thresholds. Mileage progression shows a steady accumulation of approximately 10,700 miles annually, which aligns with typical usage for a vehicle of this age. The gap between the 2022 and 2023 tests (4,419 miles in a year) is slightly longer than the subsequent intervals, but no abrupt spikes or prolonged inactivity are evident. The lack of pre-MOT servicing records means wear on consumables like brake pads, tyres, and suspension bushes cannot be precisely dated, but the consistent mileage suggests no extreme neglect or heavy usage. Given the clean MOT history, an in-person inspection should prioritise the rear suspension components—particularly the rear coil springs and bushes—due to their tendency to degrade over 120,000 miles. The brakes, while not explicitly failed, should be checked for uneven wear or binding calipers, as the 2023 retest implies a potential oversight in earlier testing. Corrosion around wheel arches, sills, and the subframe should also be examined, as rust can compromise structural integrity without always being detected in a basic MOT. Finally, verify the condition of the exhaust system for leaks or excessive corrosion, as catalytic converter failures are not always captured in standard MOT testing.