2015 Mazda CX-5 2.2L Diesel · N44 EAS

This eleven-year-old Mazda CX-5 carries a notably clean roadworthiness record across its five recorded MOT tests, with no failures ever entered against it and only minor advisories appearing sporadically. The most recent examination on 14 April 2026 produced a pass with no defects recorded at all, continuing a stable upward trajectory that follows three earlier passes in 2022, 2023, and 2024 which were likewise free of advisory notes except for a single observation in 2022. The advisory history is sparse and component-specific rather than a sign of widespread deterioration: a 2025 advisory noted slight play in the offside front track rod end ball joint alongside an offside rear tyre worn close to the legal limit on its edge, while 2022 flagged rear brake pads wearing thin. With no advisories appearing consecutively on the same components and no recurring patterns of corrosion, fluid leaks, or structural concerns, the recorded testing history points to a vehicle that has remained broadly compliant with roadworthiness standards year on year, although MOT records alone cannot confirm the underlying mechanical condition beyond the specific items examiners chose to comment upon. Against an age of roughly eleven years, the recorded mileage of 68,934 miles equates to an annual accumulation of approximately 6,267 miles, which sits broadly in line with typical usage for a vehicle of this vintage. There are no significant gaps in the testing record to suggest prolonged periods off the road, and the consistent year-on-year attendance at test indicates the vehicle has remained in active service throughout the period covered. This kind of moderate, steady usage tends to be kinder to drivetrain and suspension components than very low annual mileages, which can bring their own issues with seized brakes, dried seals, and deteriorated rubber, while still being light enough to avoid the accelerated wear associated with high-mileage commercial or motorway-heavy use. The recorded data therefore suggests a usage pattern that is unlikely to have placed excessive stress on consumable items, although a physical inspection is still required to verify current condition. For a prospective buyer, the specific advisories already on file deserve direct attention during any physical inspection and test drive. The 2025 advisory regarding slight play in the offside front track rod end ball joint warrants a focused check for steering looseness, particularly a vague or wandering feeling at speed, uneven tyre wear across the front axle, or clonking noises from the front end when traversing speed humps or potholes. With Mazda CX-5s of this era, the front wishbones, lower arm bushes, and anti-roll bar drop links are also known wear items that examiners frequently flag once a vehicle passes the seven-to-ten-year bracket, so a thorough inspection should include manually rocking the front wheels at full lock to detect any slack, listening for suspension knocks over uneven surfaces, and confirming that the tracking remains within specification. Any replacement of the track rod end since the 2025 test should be verified through paperwork, and the offside rear tyre edge wear noted in the same test should be inspected to confirm whether this stemmed from a geometry issue now resolved or remains a current concern. The 2022 advisory concerning rear brake pads wearing thin should be treated as a reminder to confirm the current state of the braking system rather than a cause for immediate concern, since pads fitted in 2022 would typically have been replaced well before now under normal servicing. On a test drive, the buyer should listen for any scraping or grinding from the rear wheels, feel for any pulling to one side under braking, and check for a soft or spongy pedal that could indicate caliper binding or hydraulic issues. The rear discs themselves should be inspected for lipping and surface corrosion, particularly given the vehicle's age. Beyond the advisory items, a general inspection of the underbody for corrosion on subframe mounting points, brake pipes, and suspension components is advisable on any CX-5 of this generation, as is a check for oil misting around the engine and any signs of fluid residue beneath the vehicle after it has been parked. Finally, a present-day inspection of tyre condition across all four corners, with particular attention to even wear and remaining tread depth, will help confirm whether the edge wear previously noted has progressed or been addressed.