2020 Volkswagen Caddy 2.0L Diesel · TW13 CAD

The Volkswagen Caddy demonstrates an improving maintenance trend following a clean pass on 10 April 2026 at 44,347 miles, despite requiring initial rectification for defective wiper blades and insufficient washer fluid on the exact same date. The previous test on 02 May 2025 at 35,269 miles resulted in a failure due to heavily pitted and corroded brake discs across both axles alongside a binding offside rear caliper and fluctuating braking effort. Resolving these heavy braking faults prior to the recent test indicates the current owner addressed major mechanical advisory items rather than leaving components to deteriorate further. Mileage accumulation sits at roughly 7,400 miles per year, perfectly aligning with typical light commercial usage patterns. The vehicle covered 9,986 miles between November 2023 and November 2024, followed by another 4,348 miles leading up to the May 2025 test and a further 9,078 miles accumulated by April 2026. This consistent, moderate progression suggests regular employment without excessive long-distance abuse or prolonged periods of static storage that typically cause severe brake corrosion and battery degradation. Prospective buyers should prioritize a physical inspection of the front and rear brake discs and pads to verify their current thickness, given the history of pitting and corrosion noted in May 2025 and November 2024. Check the operation of the rear brake calipers for any signs of binding or uneven pad wear during a test drive. Inspect the registered windscreen damage noted consistently across the April 2025, May 2025, and April 2026 tests to determine if stone chips have developed into stress cracks requiring full glass replacement.