2016 Mazda CX-5 2.2L Diesel · MT16 FHC

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the most recent inspection reveals a shift toward reactive maintenance rather than proactive care. While it passed the test on January 2026 at 93,659 miles, it had failed just four miles prior due to a fractured nearside rear coil spring and thin nearside brake pads. This failure suggests that critical components were only addressed once they reached a point of failure, indicating a trend where wear items are replaced only when necessitated by an MOT failure. The mileage pattern remains consistent with typical usage for a ten-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 9,300 miles per year. There is a period of activity between August 2024 and November 2024, where the car covered over 4,000 miles in just three months. However, the gap between February 2025 and January 2026 shows a more relaxed pace of roughly 6,400 miles covered over eleven months. This steady accumulation suggests the vehicle has not suffered from long periods of standing which can lead to the degradation of rubber components and brake fluid. A buyer should personally inspect the rear suspension assembly to ensure the replacement coil spring has not caused secondary damage to the shock absorber or mounting. The record noted a worn nearside tyre in August 2024, which often indicates an alignment issue or worn suspension bushes that should be verified alongside the recently replaced brake pads. Because the tester reported limited access to the underside during the 2026 test, a thorough visual inspection is required to check for structural corrosion on the chassis rails or exhaust system that the official may not have fully evaluated.