2015 Mazda CX-5 2.2L Diesel · S10 LBA

The most recent MOT on 2025-07-15 showed a pass with a single issue: a damaged front windscreen that did not impair the driver’s view. This suggests the vehicle met basic safety standards at 103,172 miles. However, the 2023-07-19 MOT failed due to multiple critical defects, including thin brake pads, severely deteriorated suspension dust covers, and a tyre with a structural bulge. These issues were addressed by 2025, as the subsequent MOT passed, but recurring problems in earlier years indicate ongoing maintenance concerns. A recurring pattern of tyre degradation (cracking, perishing, bulges) and suspension component wear (bushes, dust covers) is evident. The 2024 MOT noted multiple tyres near or at legal limits, while 2023 and 2022 entries highlighted suspension arm bush wear and deteriorated dust covers. These issues suggest potential neglect or exposure to harsh conditions , though some wear is expected for an 11-year-old vehicle. The 2023 failure included multiple suspension and tyre defects, but subsequent MOTs show partial resolution, indicating some improvement in maintenance. The vehicle’s mileage of 103,172 miles over 11 years averages 9,379 miles per year , which is typical for its age . This suggests moderate use rather than heavy wear, but tyre issues (noted in 2022–2025) may reflect age-related degradation rather than excessive mileage.