2018 Mazda CX-5 2.2L Diesel · PM68 AJK

A clean and uninterrupted MOT record defines this 2018 Mazda CX-5, with five consecutive passes stretching from April 2022 through February 2026 and no advisories or defects recorded at any test. That absence of flagged items across the most recent four tests is a strong indicator of consistent roadworthiness and components that have not yet crossed the threshold requiring examiner comment. A pattern of blank advisories over this length of time typically reflects either a vehicle with genuinely sound structural and mechanical condition, or one whose components have not deteriorated to the point of being borderline against MOT criteria. Either way, from a test history standpoint, this CX-5 presents a reassuring picture. The most recent pass on 2 February 2026 with no defects recorded confirms that any wear present was not yet significant enough to attract examiner attention at the time of test. Recorded mileage of 53,989 miles against an age of roughly eight years equates to an annual accumulation of around 6,749 miles, which is broadly typical for a family SUV of this vintage. There are no anomalous gaps or sudden jumps in mileage between test entries that would suggest long periods off the road, clock irregularities, or unusual usage patterns. Each annual test falls within a sensible mileage progression, indicating the vehicle has been in regular service rather than left standing for extended intervals, which is beneficial for preserving the health of seals, gaskets, battery, brake system, and drivetrain fluids. The steady, moderate rate of use should mean consumables such as brake pads and discs have worn at a predictable pace and the engine and transmission have not been subjected to excessive short-trip thermal cycling or conversely, sustained high-load motorway mileage. Although no advisories have been recorded, the buyer should approach a test drive with attention to the components most likely to be approaching wear thresholds on a Mazda CX-5 of this age and mileage. Pay close attention to the rear suspension bushes and shock absorbers, as these are common wear items on CX-5s and would have been the first components to attract an advisory if deterioration had begun. Listen for any knocking or clonking from the rear over uneven roads, particularly when traversing speed humps or potholes, which would suggest worn trailing arm or control arm bushes. The front MacPherson struts should also be assessed for top mount wear, often detectable as a slight rattle or creak over slow-speed undulations, and the coil springs themselves should be inspected for any signs of sagging, which on a vehicle of this age can manifest as the car sitting visibly lower on one corner. On the test drive, evaluate brake feel carefully, as although no brake-related advisories have been recorded, discs and pads on a vehicle at this mileage are typically approaching their second replacement cycle. Look for any judder through the steering wheel or brake pedal under firm application, which can indicate disc runout or uneven pad transfer, and listen for any grinding or scraping noises that would suggest pads running low. Steering should feel precise without vagueness or pulling to either side under braking, which can indicate caliper binding or uneven pad wear. Finally, with the engine fully warm, check for any signs of leaks from the front of the engine or around the sump, as oil seepage from the front crank seal or cam cover is a known trait on higher-mileage Mazda Skyactiv units, and although not yet flagged on test, would be worth monitoring for future advisories.