2018 Volkswagen Caddy 2.0L Diesel · BD68 EDJ

The 2026-03-11 MOT at 41,274 miles confirms the Volkswagen Caddy remains roadworthy, with no defects recorded. The maintenance history shows a stable pattern, as the vehicle passed the 2025 test at 18,753 miles without issues and the 2023 test at 15,621 miles only listed a minor seat‑belt webbing defect, while the 2021 wiper failure was a single advisory that was later addressed. The mileage trajectory is unusually low for an eight‑year‑old van, averaging just over 5,000 miles per year, yet the data reveal uneven accumulation: a jump of 3,938 miles between the 2021 and 2022 tests, a further 2,612 miles by the 2023 test, and a substantial increase of 22,521 miles to the 2026 reading, indicating recent intensive use. The gap between the 2025 and 2026 tests spans only 13 months, highlighting a period of heightened activity. A buyer should therefore examine the suspension bushes and coil springs for wear, test the rear and front brake calipers for binding, inspect the brake discs for scoring, and look for structural rust around the chassis rails and wheel arches. The 2023 seat‑belt webbing issue and the 2021 wiper deficiency suggest that minor components may have been replaced or are approaching the end of their service life, so their condition should be verified in person. Overall, the recent clean test indicates the van is presently fit for use, but the buyer must confirm that the recent mileage surge has not accelerated wear on the drivetrain, suspension, or braking system, and that any previously flagged items have been fully rectified.