2013 Volkswagen Caddy 1.6L Diesel · AF13 ABZ

The vehicle presents a stable and clean roadworthiness profile, evidenced by a consistent string of passes in recent years. The most recent inspection on 23 January 2026 at 185,300 miles resulted in a clean pass with no defects or advisories recorded. This indicates that the current owner has maintained the vehicle to a high standard, as the lack of recorded issues over the last four years suggests a proactive approach to addressing mechanical wear before the annual test. Accumulating 185,300 miles over a thirteen-year lifespan results in an average of approximately 14,250 miles per annum, confirming this Caddy has seen heavy commercial or long-distance usage. The mileage accumulation remains steady, with the vehicle covering roughly 12,000 to 16,000 miles between each annual test. This consistent usage pattern is generally preferable to long periods of inactivity, which often lead to seized components or perished rubber seals, though the high total mileage necessitates a thorough assessment of drivetrain longevity. While the MOT record is remarkably clean, the absence of recorded advisories does not preclude the presence of latent wear typical for a vehicle with this mileage. A prospective buyer should focus their physical inspection on the suspension bushes, ball joints, and coil springs, as these components endure significant stress in high-mileage commercial vehicles. Inspect the underside for any signs of surface corrosion on the chassis rails and sills, and check the brake discs and pads for thinning, as these are consumable items that may not always trigger an MOT failure until they reach critical limits. Given the high mileage, listen for any abnormal noise from the turbocharger or dual-mass flywheel during a test drive, as these are common high-wear areas for this engine platform that fall outside the scope of a standard MOT test.