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

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 SE L?

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 SE L?

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 SE L reliable?

Based on MOT data from 339 vehicles, the 2022 Mazda Cx 5 SE L has a first-time MOT pass rate of 93.7%, 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 SE L?

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 SE L (2022)

339 real MOT outcomes analysed • 93.7% first-time pass rate

2022 Mazda Cx 5 SE L

CarHunch analysed 339 real MOT records for the 2022 Mazda Cx 5 SE L. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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Moderate sample. 339 vehicles on record. Figures are indicative — the specific vehicle's history matters more than these averages.

The 2022 Mazda CX-5 SE-L is a strong performer on the MOT bench, passing first time at 92.3% compared to the UK average of 80%—a meaningful 12-point advantage that suggests good build quality and durability at this age. The low dangerous defect rate of 6.5% is reassuring, well below the point where it becomes a buyer concern.

At 25,953 miles average, these vehicles are running predictably for their age, and the minimal failure rate of just 0.15 per car reflects how few serious problems have emerged in the first couple of years. With only 1.4 advisories per vehicle on average, maintenance needs are modest; if you're shopping used, a pre-purchase inspection is still worthwhile, but this generation is proving itself to be reliable transport with low repair surprises.

The 2022 Mazda Cx 5 SE L passes its MOT first time more often than most UK vehicles (93.7% vs ~80% average) — and when it does fail, it's usually something minor and cheap to fix.

⚠️ Around 1 in 20 of these vehicles have had a dangerous MOT failure at some point — usually tyres or brakes, and often a one-off issue rather than a persistent problem. The group stats won't tell you which one you're looking at.

First-time pass

93.7%

UK average ~80%

Better than average

Dangerous (ever)

6.5%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

0.15

Over 1.4 tests on record

Low

Typical mileage

24k

Middle half: 18k–32k

For context

✅ Good baseline reliability. A 93.7% first-time pass rate puts this well above the UK average — it's a well-sorted vehicle in this age bracket.

🔍 The dangerous defect figure is real. Most are one-off tyre failures or brake issues — not structural problems. But it's exactly why checking the individual vehicle's history is essential, not optional.

These stats describe 339 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 339 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 6.5% 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 →
📄 Outstanding finance, insurance write-offs and clocking won't appear in the MOT records — a dedicated history check covers all of this. Our link gets you 20% off automatically. History Get 20% off via CarHunch

Pass Rate by Fuel Type

Fuel type	Vehicles	Pass rate	Avg failures
Petrol (99%)	337	93.6%	0.15

Colour Breakdown

Based on 978 Mazda Cx 5 SE L vehicles registered in the UK — across all years. From DVLA registration records.

Blue 25.2%

246

Grey 24%

235

Red 18.7%

183

White 17.6%

172

Black 12.3%

120

Silver 1.3%

Bronze 0.9%

Mileage Distribution

Most 2022 Mazda Cx 5 SE L 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.

24,330

typical

18,218

low mileage

31,959

high mileage

Half of all 2022 Mazda Cx 5 SE L vehicles fall between 18,218 and 31,959 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 18,218 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.

✓ 18,218–31,959 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2022 Mazda Cx 5 SE Ls sit.

⚠ Over 43,144 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

1.4

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

0.15

Avg failures per vehicle

1.4

Avg advisories per vehicle

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