VOLKSWAGEN CADDY2013 · 1.6L Diesel

The 2013 Volkswagen Caddy presents a solid roadworthiness profile, having passed its most recent MOT on 15 June 2026 at 121,714 miles. The maintenance trend is broadly stable, though the latest test introduced minor advisories not seen in the preceding four years. The tester flagged slight play in the nearside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint and noted worn anti-roll bar pins or bushes at the rear, neither resulting in excessive movement. An engine oil leak was also recorded but classified as not excessive. These are low-level wear items typical of a working van at this mileage, but their emergence after four consecutive clean tests suggests routine underbody inspection and component renewal may have lapsed recently. The mileage accumulation is consistent and unremarkable for a 13-year-old commercial vehicle. Annual use sits at roughly 9,363 miles, tracking a steady pattern from 96,927 miles in May 2022 to 121,714 miles in June 2026. There are no suspicious gaps or sudden jumps in the record, and the MOT history is complete with annual tests filed on schedule. The five-year run of clean passes from 2022 through 2025 indicates the van was maintained to a reasonable standard during that period, with no recurring defects or escalating faults. A buyer should focus the physical inspection on the front and rear suspension components highlighted in the latest test. The nearside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint play and the rear anti-roll bar pin or bush wear point to deteriorating suspension bushes that will need monitoring or replacement to prevent clunking, vague steering, and uneven tyre wear. The engine oil leak, while currently minor, warrants a close look at the rocker cover gasket, oil filter housing, and crankshaft seals to establish whether it is a slow seep or the early stage of a more significant loss. On a 13-year-old Caddy, a thorough underbody check for corrosion to the chassis rails, suspension mounting points, and brake lines is essential, as these structural areas are not always visible in the MOT pass/fail outcome but directly affect long-term integrity.