2018 Mazda CX-5 2.2L Diesel · PO18 VTK

The vehicle presents a positive roadworthiness profile with a stable and currently improving maintenance trend. The most recent inspection conducted in February 2026 at 50,863 miles resulted in a pass with zero defects, indicating that previously identified concerns have been addressed. This follows a clean record from the preceding year, suggesting that the vehicle is currently being maintained to a functional standard. The mileage pattern is consistent with an eight-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 6,350 miles per annum. Between the March 2022 test at 28,149 miles and the February 2026 test at 50,863 miles, the car covered 22,714 miles, showing a steady usage rate. This low annual mileage typically suggests less mechanical strain on drivetrain components and suspension bushings compared to high-mileage examples of the same age. A specific point of interest occurred during the February 2024 test at 40,734 miles, where the tester flagged low rear brake pads and pitted or scored discs on both the nearside and offside rear. The fact that the vehicle passed the subsequent 2025 and 2026 tests without further advisories on these components confirms they were likely replaced. A buyer should still verify the current condition of the rear brake discs and pads in person to ensure no new binding or uneven wear has developed. Given the lack of structural advisories in the history, the focus should remain on standard consumable wear and checking for any signs of corrosion on the underbody that the MOT tester may not have highlighted.