2017 Mazda CX-5 2.0L Petrol · SH67 MXR

This Mazda CX-5 demonstrates a consistently stable roadworthiness record, with every MOT test since 2021 passing without defects or advisories. The most recent inspection on 5 June 2025—just over a year ago—confirmed no issues, aligning with the vehicle’s history of flawless MOT results. While the absence of recorded faults suggests the car has been maintained at a basic level, the lack of advisories also implies no recurring mechanical concerns have been overlooked. However, the final pass date is now 13 months old, placing the vehicle outside the current MOT validity window. This means the car has not undergone a formal inspection since June 2025, and any wear or deterioration since then remains unverified. The mileage progression indicates typical usage for a vehicle of this age, averaging around 6,800 miles annually. There are no abrupt jumps or prolonged periods of inactivity that would suggest neglect or excessive wear. The most notable gap is between the 2021 and 2022 tests, where mileage increased by 7,472 miles in just over a year, but this remains within reasonable bounds for a well-used car. The steady accumulation of miles—without corresponding MOT failures—implies that consumable components like brakes, tyres, and suspension have likely been replaced or serviced privately when needed, though no evidence of this exists in the record. Given the clean MOT history, a buyer should prioritise a thorough inspection of high-wear items that aren’t automatically tested, such as suspension bushes and coil springs, which may show signs of fatigue or corrosion after 9 years. The brakes, while never failing an MOT, should be checked for uneven wear or binding calipers, particularly if the vehicle has been driven hard or in wet conditions. Tyre tread depth, though not flagged in tests, warrants verification—especially if the car has been used in mixed terrain, as the CX-5’s all-wheel-drive system can accelerate uneven tyre wear. Structural integrity, including underbody corrosion and subframe integrity, should also be examined, as rust in this age group often develops silently. Finally, the exhaust system and emissions components, though not historically problematic, should be inspected for leaks or catalytic converter efficiency, as these can degrade without obvious MOT warnings.