2015 VOLKSWAGEN CADDY1.6L Diesel

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile with a recent pass on 5 March 2026 at 72,185 miles. While the vehicle continues to pass its tests, the MOT history shows a developing trend of suspension and chassis-related wear. The March 2026 test flagged several issues including slight play in the nearside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint and worn anti-roll bar bushes on both the nearside and offside rear. These issues mirror advisories from the 12 March 2025 test at 65,569 miles, suggesting that while the faults are not yet critical enough to cause failure, the suspension components are gradually deteriorating. The mileage accumulation is consistent with a vehicle of this age, averaging approximately 6,500 miles per year. The data shows steady progression from 23,341 miles in April 2018 to the current 72,185 miles. This pattern indicates regular, predictable usage rather than long periods of stagnation or excessive heavy-duty commercial use. The absence of major mileage jumps suggests the vehicle has been used for routine transit, which generally correlates with more predictable wear on consumable components. A prospective buyer should focus physical inspections on the suspension system and the exhaust assembly. The recurring advisories regarding anti-roll bar bushes and ball joints indicate that these components will likely require replacement in the near future to maintain handling precision. The tester also noted an insecure exhaust heatshield in March 2026, following a report of a deteriorated back box in March 2025. This suggests the exhaust system is entering a phase of age-related decay. Additional attention should be paid to the tyres and braking components. The March 2024 test at 58,506 miles highlighted multiple tyres worn close to the legal limit or perishing, which points to a pattern of deferred consumable maintenance. While the 2023 report of pitted rear brake discs was a minor advisory, the combination of suspension wear and exhaust deterioration means the vehicle is transitioning from a period of very clean records into a phase requiring more proactive mechanical upkeep.