2016 Mazda CX-5 2.2L Diesel · OY16 WSF

This 2016 Mazda CX-5 presents an exceptionally clean roadworthiness record across the four most recent DVSA examinations, with the latest test on 30 May 2025 passing without a single advisory or defect recorded, and the three preceding tests in 2024, 2023, and 2022 all returning the same clean result. The absence of any advisories over a four-year testing window is a notably strong indicator for a vehicle approaching its tenth anniversary, suggesting that wear-related items such as brake components, suspension parts, tyres, and exhaust systems have not yet crossed the thresholds required for advisory notation. For a buyer, this unbroken sequence of defect-free passes is one of the more reassuring patterns possible in a used-car MOT history, though it should be remembered that a clean pass simply confirms the vehicle met minimum standards on the day, rather than guaranteeing condition in the intervening months. Recorded mileage of 119,206 miles over a ten-year ownership period equates to roughly 11,921 miles per annum, which sits firmly within the typical range for a UK-registered vehicle of this age. There are no significant gaps in the testing history that would suggest prolonged periods off the road, and the consistent annual accumulation points to regular rather than sporadic use. Mechanically, this level of sustained mileage means that while major structural and safety components have not yet triggered advisories, consumable items such as brake pads, brake discs, tyres, drive belts, and the timing chain components will have been subjected to substantial wear cycles. Routine replacement of these items should be expected, and service history documentation verifying intervals will be important to confirm. Given the clean advisory history, the test-drive focus should turn to the components most likely to be approaching replacement age on a high-mileage crossover of this type. Pay close attention to brake pedal feel, listening for any grinding or pulsation under moderate deceleration that would suggest worn or warped front discs, and check for pulling to one side which can indicate a binding caliper. On uneven road surfaces, listen for clonking or knocking from the front suspension, which on the CX-5 commonly points to worn lower arm bushes or anti-roll bar drop links, and feel for vagueness or excessive play in the steering. Inspect the underside of the engine bay and beneath the vehicle for any signs of oil misting around the cam cover gasket or oil filter housing, and check the coolant expansion tank for residue that might indicate a slowly leaking water pump or thermostat housing, both known areas on this model. Because the MOT record is silent on rust-related advisories, a thorough visual inspection of the rear wheel arches, the lower tailgate seam, and the underbody subframe mounting points remains worthwhile, particularly given the vehicle's age. Examine the exhaust system for any signs of corrosion around the mid-joint and rear silencer mounting rubber, as these are typical replacement items at this mileage. Confirm that the clutch operation remains smooth without slipping under load, and verify that the automatic or manual transmission selects cleanly through all gears without judder or delay. Finally, check the air conditioning system for consistent cold output, as condenser and compressor wear are common on CX-5s of this age even when not flagged at MOT, and review the service book for evidence of timely fluid changes for the gearbox and rear differential given the four-wheel-drive specification.