2007 Mazda 5 2.0L Petrol · WM07 HMX

The vehicle currently presents a stable roadworthiness status following a period of minor-related failures. The most recent test on 30 December 2024 at 101,699 miles passed with no defects recorded, indicating that previous mechanical issues have been successfully addressed. While the history shows failures in 2023 and 2024, the subsequent clean passes suggest the owner is actively maintaining the car to meet legal standards. The mileage profile is notably low for a nineteen-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 5,350 miles per year. There is a significant spike in usage between January 2024 and December 2024, where the car covered over 9,000 miles in less than eleven months. Prior to this, the vehicle sat for much longer intervals, suggesting periods of extended stationary. This low-mileage pattern can sometimes lead to degradation of rubber components and brake seizing, though the recent increase in mileage suggests the car is now being used more regularly, which often helps keep seals and moving components lubricated. A buyer should conduct a thorough physical inspection of the structural integrity, as Mazda 5 models of this era are prone to corrosion in the sills, rear wheel arches, and suspension mounting points. Although the MOT record does not list specific advisories, the age of the vehicle makes hidden rust a high risk that a tester cannot detect. Given the failures in 2023 and 2024, the buyer should also check the condition of suspension bushes and brake lines to ensure that the issues that caused the previous failures are not recurring due to age wear.