Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2022 Mazda Cx 5 Sport Black Edition?

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 Sport Black Edition?

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 Sport Black Edition?

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 Sport Black Edition reliable?

Based on MOT data from 117 vehicles, the 2022 Mazda Cx 5 Sport Black Edition has a first-time MOT pass rate of 93%, 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 Sport Black Edition?

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 Sport Black Edition (2022)

117 real MOT outcomes analysed • 93% first-time pass rate

2022 Mazda Cx 5 Sport Black Edition

CarHunch analysed 117 real MOT records for the 2022 Mazda Cx 5 Sport Black Edition. 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 Sport Black Edition is a strong performer, passing MOT first time in 91.5% of cases—well above the UK average of 80%—with only 3.4% of vehicles ever flagged for dangerous defects, so safety isn't a concern here. These are still young cars with modest mileage (median 24,007 miles), and they're backing that up with minimal failure rates (0.14 per vehicle) and light advisory counts (0.5 per vehicle), suggesting the model is living up to its build quality reputation so far. When you do come to MOT time, expect fewer things to fix than average, though routine maintenance issues will still crop up—budget for the occasional advisory. If you're considering buying one used, grab a pre-purchase inspection primarily to check wear items like brakes and tyres rather than anticipating structural or mechanical surprises.

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

First-time pass

93%

UK average ~80%

Better than average

Dangerous (ever)

3.4%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

0.14

Over 1.2 tests on record

Low

Typical mileage

24k

Middle half: 17k–32k

For context

These stats describe 117 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 117 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 3.4% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded - recurring advisories often signal problems years before they become failures.
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Mileage Distribution

Most 2022 Mazda Cx 5 Sport Black Edition 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.

24,007

typical

17,441

low mileage

32,237

high mileage

Half of all 2022 Mazda Cx 5 Sport Black Edition vehicles fall between 17,441 and 32,237 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 17,441 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.

✓ 17,441–32,237 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2022 Mazda Cx 5 Sport Black Editions sit.

⚠ Over 43,519 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

0.14

Avg failures per vehicle

0.5

Avg advisories per vehicle

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