Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2014 Mazda Cx 5?

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 2014 Mazda Cx 5?

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 2014 Mazda Cx 5?

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.

How many 2014 Mazda Cx 5 vehicles have had dangerous defects recorded?

35% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded. Search the registration on CarHunch — the full MOT history will show exactly what was flagged and whether it was resolved.

Is the 2014 Mazda Cx 5 reliable?

Based on MOT data from 7,461 vehicles, the 2014 Mazda Cx 5 has a first-time MOT pass rate of 85.3%, indicating generally reliable for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

What are common problems with the 2014 Mazda Cx 5?

The most frequently recorded MOT issues on the 2014 Mazda Cx 5 are: Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (49% of vehicles), Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (48.6% of vehicles), Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (39.5% of vehicles). These figures are based on actual MOT test records — search a specific registration on CarHunch to see its individual history.

Do I need an HPI check when buying a 2014 Mazda Cx 5?

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 (2014)

7,461 real MOT outcomes analysed • 85.3% first-time pass rate

2014 Mazda Cx 5

CarHunch analysed 7,461 real MOT records for the 2014 Mazda Cx 5. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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The 2014 Mazda CX-5 passes its MOT on first attempt 85.3% of the time, beating the UK average of 80%, which is a solid result for a ten-year-old SUV. However, 34.9% of these vehicles have recorded a dangerous defect at some point, which is substantially higher than typical and should concern potential buyers—you'll want a thorough pre-purchase inspection, particularly of the braking and suspension systems.

At a median mileage of 67,376 miles for a 2014 model, these cars have been driven sensibly, yet they're still averaging 1.65 failures per test and 12.6 advisories, suggesting wear is catching up. Focus your inspection on addressing those advisories before they become failures, and expect to budget for remedial work once you own one; the high dangerous-defect rate indicates this model develops specific issues that need watching.

The 2014 Mazda Cx 5 has a decent first-time pass rate (85.3%), but a higher-than-average share of vehicles have had serious defects recorded — the individual vehicle's history matters a lot here.

⚠️ Over 1 in 5 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

85.3%

UK average ~80%

Around average

Dangerous (ever)

34.9%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

1.65

Over 10.2 tests on record

High

Typical mileage

67k

Middle half: 53k–84k

For context

✅ Good baseline reliability. A 85.3% first-time pass rate puts this well above the UK average — it's a well-sorted vehicle in this age bracket.

🔧 Expect consumable spend. An average of 12.6 advisories per vehicle tells you wear items (tyres, brakes) get flagged regularly. Budget for them — they're not surprises.

🔍 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 7,461 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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What tends to go wrong

Across 7,461 vehicles — figures show how many had each issue flagged at least once in their MOT history.

Tyre wear 49%

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge · Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge · Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing · …

Budget for a full set — on a vehicle this age, tyres are expected consumables. An inspection will confirm how much is left.

Brake wear 39.5%

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin · Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin · Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened · …

Ask the seller when brakes were last serviced. If they don't know, factor in the cost.

Other issues 25.2%

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Suspension & steering 16.7%

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement · Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement · Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt · …

Harder to spot without a ramp — this is a good reason to book a pre-purchase inspection.

Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2014.

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Before you buy a 2014 Mazda Cx 5

Based on MOT data from 7,461 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 34.9% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded - recurring advisories often signal problems years before they become failures.
Search the reg on CarHunch for the full MOT history, reliability stats and a free AI-powered analysis of that exact vehicle.
🔍 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
Diesel (86%)	6,392	85.2%	1.66
Petrol (14%)	1,069	86.1%	1.59

Colour Breakdown

Based on 60,399 Mazda Cx 5 vehicles registered in the UK — across all years. From DVLA registration records.

Red 25.7%

15,512

Blue 21.6%

13,061

Grey 16.9%

10,219

White 14.1%

8,524

Black 13.3%

8,018

Silver 8.4%

5,053

Brown 0%

Maroon 0%

Mileage Distribution

Most 2014 Mazda Cx 5 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.

67,376

typical

53,111

low mileage

84,105

high mileage

Half of all 2014 Mazda Cx 5 vehicles fall between 53,111 and 84,105 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 53,111 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.

✓ 53,111–84,105 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2014 Mazda Cx 5s sit.

⚠ Over 113,541 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

2014 Mazda Cx 5 — Still on the Road

Most 2014 Mazda Cx 5s are still being driven.

Strong survival — 6,229 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025, 87% of the peak.

Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2017–2025.
* The 2020 dip reflects the government's COVID-19 MOT exemption, which allowed certificates to be extended by six months — fewer tests were conducted that year.

MOT History Averages

10.2

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

1.65

Avg failures per vehicle

12.6

Avg advisories per vehicle

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