2015 Mazda CX-5 2.2L Diesel · MJ65 WFX

The vehicle presents a concerning roadworthiness trend characterized by a pattern of reactive maintenance rather than preventative care. While the most recent test on 14 October 2025 at 110,509 miles passed, it followed two failures within the same month. The transition from a clean pass in October 2024 to multiple mechanical and safety failures in 2025 indicates a decline in vehicle upkeep, suggesting the owner is only addressing faults when they fail an official inspection rather than managing wear in advance. At 110,509 miles over 11 years, the CX-5 averages approximately 10,000 miles per year, which aligns with typical national averages for a family SUV. However, the data shows a rapid accumulation of 6,169 miles between October 2024 and October 2025. This burst of usage in a short window likely accelerated the wear seen on consumable components, as evidenced by the failures related to the rear coil spring and the front tyres, which were consistently flagged as nearing legal limits across multiple tests. A buyer must conduct a thorough inspection of the front suspension geometry, specifically checking for the fractured nearside rear lower coil spring noted in the October 2025 failure. The recurring reports of front inner tyres worn on the edges suggest a persistent alignment issue or worn suspension bushes that require attention to prevent further tyre degradation. Additionally, the front brake discs were noted as worn with lips in late 2025; while they passed the test, they are nearing the end of their functional life and will likely require replacement shortly. The exhaust emissions failure on 6 October 2025 is a significant red flag for an engine of this age, potentially indicating issues with the oxygen sensor, fuel mixture, or catalytic converter that may not be fully resolved. The buyer should also verify the electrical system integrity, specifically the headlamp alignment and bulbs, which were multiple points of failure in 2024. Given the history of failing bulbs and mechanical wear, a professional pre-purchase inspection is necessary to ensure no hidden structural corrosion exists beyond the MOT-recorded defects.