VOLKSWAGEN CADDY2011 · 1.6L DIESEL

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history indicates a reactive approach to repairs rather than proactive prevention. The most recent test in May 2026 at 123,859 miles showed advisories for front suspension arm bushes and a modified anti-roll bar. While the vehicle passed, the transition from a failure in April 2025 to a pass in 2026 shows that critical components are only being addressed once they reach a point of failure or significant advisory status. At 123,859 miles, this fifteen-year-old Volkswagen Caddy averages approximately 8,250 miles per year, which aligns with typical usage for a vehicle of this age. The record shows consistent use, with roughly 3,000 miles covered between March 2024 and April 2025, and another 900 miles in the year leading up to the most recent test. This steady mileage suggests the vehicle is driven regularly, which helps prevent internal corrosion but also contributes to the gradual wear of rubber components and braking hardware. A buyer must focus closely on the front suspension assembly, as the history shows a recurring trend of worn arm bushes and fractured springs dating back to 2025. The tester flagged the offside front coil spring as broken during the April 2025 failure, and worn bushes have remained an ongoing advisory through 2026. The braking system also requires attention; both rear pads were noted as thin in early 2025. A physical inspection should check for uneven pad wear or signs of binding calipers that may have caused premature thinning. The presence of a modified anti-roll bar noted in 2026 also warrants a check to ensure the component is securely fastened and has not compromised the structural integrity of the subframe.