2014 Mazda 5 1.6L Diesel · RO64 OMR

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history reveals a pattern of reactive repairs rather than proactive care. The most recent test on 12 June 2026 at 93,331 miles resulted in a failure due to ineffective wipers and a nearside front tyre showing significant edge wear. While the vehicle passed immediately after these corrections, the recurrence of wiper blade issues across multiple years suggests that the owner only addresses defects once they threaten an MOT pass rather than during routine servicing. The mileage profile is consistent with a twelve-year-old Mazda vehicle, averaging approximately 7,778 miles per annum. Between June 2024 at 80,958 miles and June 2026 at 93,331 miles, the car covered 12,373 miles, indicating a steady and predictable usage pattern. The clean record in June 2025 at 86,413 miles is an anomaly in the timeline, as it bypassed the mechanical and wear issues noted in both the preceding and following tests. A buyer should pay close attention to the suspension and wheel geometry. The June 2026 failure noted a nearside front tyre worn on the inner edge, which frequently indicates an alignment issue or worn suspension bushes. This is compounded by the June 2024 report of distorted inner rims on both rear road wheels. Such distortions suggest the vehicle has encountered significant curb impacts, which can compromise the wheel bearings or control arms. The braking system also requires close inspection. The June 2024 test flagged both front and rear brake discs as pitted and scored. While not a safety failure at that time, pitting often indicates periods of inactivity or poor environmental exposure, which can lead to binding calipers. Verify the current thickness of the discs and check for any juding to ensure the components are not nearing the end of their functional life.