2015 Mazda CX-5 2.2L Diesel · LO64 XAC

The vehicle remains roadworthy, but the maintenance trend shows a persistent pattern of minor mechanical neglect and deferred cosmetic repairs. The most recent test in April 2025 at 87,697 miles passed with several advisories related to loose fixings and deteriorating plasticwork and rubber components. While the car consistently passes, the recurring nature of track rod end dust cover damage across 2024 and 2025 indicates that suspension components are not being addressed before they reach a failure state. The mileage pattern is consistent with an eleven-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 8,000 miles per year. There is a notable jump of over 13,000 miles between April 2023 and April 2024, followed by another 13,600-mile interval leading to the April 2025 test. This dejected but steady accumulation suggests regular use rather than long periods of standing, which explains the age-related wear seen such as the perishing of the rear tyres noted in 2022 and 2023. A buyer must physically inspect the front suspension specifically, as the track rod end joints on both sides were flagged in 2024 and 2025. The damage to the dust covers allows grit ingress into the joints, which will eventually lead to steering play and failure. The history also shows a failure in March 2022 due to insufficient front tread and poor wipers, suggesting the previous owner only addressed consumable items when prompted by a failure. Check all tyres for sidewall cracking and perishing, as this was a recurring issue for two consecutive years until 2023. The insecure front undertray and deteriorating registration plates mentioned in 2025 require a visual check to ensure they are not vibrating or shaking loose at speed. While there are no reports of structural corrosion or brake failures in this record, the general trend of minor advisories suggests a reactive rather than proactive maintenance approach.