2009 Volkswagen Caddy 1.9L Diesel · AF09 MVG

The 2009 Volkswagen Caddy passed its most recent MOT on 10 April 2026 at 228,405 miles with no defects recorded, indicating a currently roadworthy status. The maintenance trend across the available records is stable, with clean passes in 2022, 2023, and 2026, and only a single failed test in January 2024 that was immediately re-presented and passed four days later with no defects logged. The recorded mileage shows light annual use for a 17-year-old van. From the 22 January 2022 test at 221,504 miles to the 28 January 2023 test at 226,629 miles, the vehicle covered just 5,125 miles. Coverage then thins: a 24 January 2024 pass at 228,331 miles shows only 1,702 miles added in a year, and the April 2026 pass at 228,405 miles confirms a mere 74 miles in over two years. This low accumulation suggests the Caddy spent long periods stationary, which can allow corrosion and perished rubber components to develop unseen. The January 2024 failure carries no listed defects, so the cause remains undocumented beyond a administrative or unrecorded fault. Given the sparse history and extended idle periods, a buyer should physically inspect the suspension bushes, coil springs, and brake calipers for binding or seizure caused by lack of use. Structural integrity around sills and chassis members warrants close checks for corrosion. Tyres and wiper blades show no advisories in the record, but at 228,405 miles the drivetrain and exhaust emissions systems deserve a hands-on assessment. The clean MOT trail implies basic upkeep was maintained, yet the long standing gaps mean a workshop inspection remains essential before purchase.