2017 VOLKSWAGEN CADDY1.6L Diesel

The 2026‑07‑28 MOT at 82,247 miles passed, yet the repeated wear of all four brake discs and the ongoing misting of oil from the near‑side front shock absorbers reveal a maintenance trend that is worsening rather than stable. While the vehicle remains road‑legal, the recurring defects suggest that previous owners have not consistently addressed suspension and brake wear. Mileage has risen from 60,672 miles in the January 2020 test to 82,247 miles in the July 2026 test, an increase of roughly 21,600 miles over 6½ years, or about 3,300 miles per year, which aligns with typical usage for a nine‑year‑old Caddy. The intervals between tests are generally annual, with only a brief eight‑month gap between the January and September 2020 entries, indicating a consistent record rather than long periods of inactivity. A buyer should therefore examine the condition of the shock absorbers for oil leakage and check the lower suspension arm pins and bushes for excessive play, as these items have been flagged in every test since 2020. The brake discs, though passing each inspection, show pitting or scoring on all four corners in the latest test and on the rear in 2021, so measuring disc thickness and inspecting for deep grooves is essential. Tyre wear on the offside rear in 2025 and thin rear pads in 2020 also merit close visual assessment. Finally, the buyer ought to inspect the chassis for any structural rust, verify that the oil leak recorded in 2025 is not increasing, and confirm that all previous advisories have been fully rectified before purchase.