2016 Mazda CX-5 2.0L Petrol · MT16 FHO

The 2016 Mazda CX-5 presents a stable and broadly improving maintenance trend, culminating in a clean pass on 6 December 2025 at 62,230 miles. The most recent test shows the vehicle is fundamentally sound, though the tester flagged two minor advisories: a deteriorated front registration plate and front brake discs described as worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened. These are not failures, yet they signal the car has entered a phase where age-related wear is beginning to surface. The absence of any new tyre, suspension, or structural defects in the latest test is a positive indicator that the previous owner addressed the more pressing items flagged in prior years. The mileage pattern is consistent and unremarkable for a ten-year-old vehicle. Recorded at 43,368 miles in November 2021, the car reached 53,330 miles by December 2022, then 58,600 miles in December 2023, 60,359 miles in December 2024, and finally 62,230 miles in December 2025. This equates to roughly 6,200 miles per year, with a slight tapering off in the most recent twelve-month period, where only 1,871 miles were covered. There are no alarming gaps or sudden spikes in the odometer record, suggesting regular but not heavy use. The MOT history itself is complete and consecutive, with no missed years, which reflects a responsible ownership pattern. A buyer should pay close attention to the front brake system. Front brake discs have appeared as an advisory in four of the five recorded tests, beginning at 53,330 miles in December 2022 and recurring in every subsequent test through to the most recent one at 62,230 miles. The offside rear brake disc was also flagged in 2022. While none of these were serious enough to cause failure, the persistence of disc wear across multiple tests suggests the braking components are approaching the end of their serviceable life. Inspect the discs for lipping, scoring, and thickness, and check the pads for uneven wear. The front registration plate has been noted as deteriorated in three consecutive tests since 2023, a minor cosmetic issue but one that has gone unaddressed. Beyond the brakes, the recurring presence of sill covers and undertrays noted by testers is worth understanding. These panels can conceal corrosion on the sills and subframes, so a physical inspection underneath the car is advisable, particularly around the rear suspension mounting points and along the inner sill edges. The 2024 test also flagged front tyres worn close to the legal limit, indicating the car was driven on marginal rubber before the next test. Check the current tyre condition and alignment, and look for any uneven wear patterns that could point to suspension bush wear or tracking issues. Overall, the record describes a well-maintained vehicle with no structural or mechanical failures, but one where consumable components are now due for closer scrutiny.