Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2022 Mazda Cx 5 Newground?

Yes. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. A full MOT history analysis will highlight patterns that a single test result won't reveal.

What corrosion should I look for when inspecting a 2022 Mazda Cx 5 Newground?

Check brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that is expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.

How are tyres and brakes typically on a 2022 Mazda Cx 5 Newground?

Tyres and brakes are the most common advisory items on vehicles of this age. Budget for replacement if they are near the limit, and factor this into your offer price.

Is the 2022 Mazda Cx 5 Newground reliable?

Based on MOT data from 288 vehicles, the 2022 Mazda Cx 5 Newground has a first-time MOT pass rate of 95.6%, indicating generally reliable for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

Do I need an HPI check when buying a 2022 Mazda Cx 5 Newground?

Yes. The MOT history will not show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status. An HPI check covers these areas and should be part of any used car purchase.

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Mazda Cx 5 Newground (2022)

288 real MOT outcomes analysed • 95.6% first-time pass rate

2022 Mazda Cx 5 Newground

CarHunch analysed 288 real MOT records for the 2022 Mazda Cx 5 Newground. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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The 2022 Mazda CX-5 Newground is a genuinely reliable car, passing its MOT first time in 93.3% of cases—well above the UK average of 80%—with only 2.8% ever flagged for dangerous defects, so buyer confidence is justified. Across 288 vehicles tested, owners are averaging just 0.09 failures per test and 0.6 advisories, suggesting well-sorted mechanicals that don't demand expensive fixes early on.

At a median mileage of 23,912 miles, these cars are still very young and relatively lightly used, which partly explains the strong pass rate, but the low failure count suggests this is a model that's simply built to last. If you're buying one, the main thing to verify is service history—these engines reward regular oil changes—and a pre-purchase inspection should focus on the infotainment system and any trim rattles rather than mechanical concerns.

We have limited data for the 2022 Mazda Cx 5 Newground — treat the figures below as indicative rather than definitive.

First-time pass

95.6%

UK average ~80%

Better than average

Dangerous (ever)

2.8%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

0.09

Over 1.2 tests on record

Low

Typical mileage

24k

Middle half: 18k–31k

For context

These stats describe 288 vehicles as a group. The specific vehicle you're looking at could be the one good example or the one outlier. Run its registration to find out.

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Based on MOT data from 288 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 2.8% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded - recurring advisories often signal problems years before they become failures.
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🔍 Brake pipes, sills and subframes are the key areas on a vehicle this age — structural rust is hard to spot without getting underneath. A mechanic will check all of this before you commit, and give you a concrete basis to negotiate on price. Inspection →
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Colour Breakdown

Based on 315 Mazda Cx 5 Newground vehicles registered in the UK — across all years. From DVLA registration records.

Grey 57.8%

182

Blue 15.9%

White 13.3%

Bronze 13%

Mileage Distribution

Most 2022 Mazda Cx 5 Newground vehicles sit in the blue band. If the vehicle you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.

23,912

typical

17,725

low mileage

30,963

high mileage

Half of all 2022 Mazda Cx 5 Newground vehicles fall between 17,725 and 30,963 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 17,725 miles — lower than most. Could be great, or could be a vehicle that rarely moved. Check test frequency and mileage progression in the MOT history.

✓ 17,725–30,963 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2022 Mazda Cx 5 Newgrounds sit.

⚠ Over 41,800 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

MOT History Averages

1.2

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

0.09

Avg failures per vehicle

0.6

Avg advisories per vehicle

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