2017 Mazda CX-5 2.0L Petrol · LS17 FHR

The DVSA record for this 2017 Mazda CX-5 paints a notably clean mechanical picture, with four consecutive passes and only two minor advisories issued across the documented testing history. The most recent test on 30 September 2025 resulted in a pass, with the only mechanical advisory relating to a front tyre worn close to the legal limit or showing edge wear, alongside a child seat fitted that prevented full inspection of an adult belt. Earlier records from October 2024 and May 2024 both passed without any advisories, and a similar advisory regarding a rear child seat appeared in June 2022. The absence of any structural, braking, suspension, exhaust, or corrosion advisories across this period suggests the vehicle has maintained consistent roadworthy condition without developing the chronic component wear or rust issues that typically surface on a nine-year-old crossover. With 101,025 miles recorded on a vehicle first registered in 2017, the annual accumulation works out at roughly 11,225 miles per year, which sits comfortably within typical usage parameters for a car of this age. There are no significant gaps between MOT tests that would suggest long periods off the road, and the testing frequency implies the vehicle has been in regular use throughout its life. This consistent, moderate-mileage pattern generally means components such as brake discs, pads, tyres, and suspension bushes will have seen steady wear rather than suffering the prolonged standing associated with corrosion on brake callipers, seized components, or dry-rot on rubber elements. The mileage progression between tests also appears steady, with no sudden jumps that might indicate a clock discrepancy or heavy mixed-use pattern. For a prospective buyer, the front tyre advisory from the most recent test warrants close physical inspection. Edge wear on a front tyre can indicate issues with wheel alignment, camber angles, or worn suspension components such as control arm bushes, track rod ends, or top mount bearings, all of which are common wear items on a CX-5 that has covered over 100,000 miles. On a test drive, listen for any knocking or clonking from the front suspension over speed humps and uneven road surfaces, and pay attention to whether the steering pulls to either side under braking or on a motorway run, which could point to geometry concerns beyond simple tyre wear. Also inspect the inner and outer shoulders of both front tyres for uneven wear patterns and check that the nearside rear tyre shows no corresponding edge wear. The brake system, while unflagged in the MOT record, should still be evaluated given the mileage. A thorough inspection should include the disc and pad thickness on all four corners, the condition of the brake hoses for any cracking or perishing, and a check for any binding on the rear calipers which is a known issue on Mazda rear brake designs. On the test drive, the vehicle should pull up squarely without pulling to one side, and there should be no vibration through the brake pedal under firm application, which could indicate disc run-out. Additionally, with a CX-5 of this age and mileage, it is prudent to examine the underside for any signs of corrosion on subframe mounting points, check the rear silencer and exhaust mounting rubbers for integrity, and verify that there are no oil leaks from the engine or gearbox seals when viewed from underneath. Given the overall clean MOT history, this vehicle presents as a well-maintained example, though the documented front tyre advisory and accumulated mileage mean a pre-purchase mechanical inspection focused on suspension geometry and braking components would be a sensible precaution.