2005 Volkswagen Caddy 2.0L Diesel · BK55 NVC

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, having a clean pass in its most recent test in September 2025 at 104,098 miles. This indicates an improving maintenance trend following a period of mechanical neglect in late 2024. While the 2024 test revealed multiple mechanical and suspension defects, the lack of advisories in the latest inspection suggests that the previous owner addressed the flagged faults and brought the vehicle back to passing standard. At 21 years old, the recorded mileage of 104,098 miles represents a low annual average of approximately 5,000 miles. The data shows consistent usage patterns, with roughly 6,000 miles driven between August 2023 and August 2024, and another 4,700 miles covered in the year leading up to the 2025 test. This low mileage often leads to age related degradation of rubber components and seals rather than wear tear, which is consistent with the issues noted on the record. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on the front suspension and drivetrain components given the history of issues. The 2024 failure highlighted worn front suspension arm pins and deteriorated rear wishbone bushes; while these passed the latest test, rubber bushes should be checked for cracking or play as they continue to age. Additionally, the offside drive shaft CV boot was severely deteriorated in 2024, so a visual check for grease leakage or tearing is necessary to prevent premature joint failure. The record also shows a history with the nearside rear shock absorber, moving from light misting in 2022 to corrosion and damage by 2024. These should be inspected for active leaking to ensure the previous fault has not progressed. The removal of the nearside front brake backplate in 2024 suggests brake work was performed, so the buyer should verify that the brake assembly is now properly secured and free of excessive corrosion or debris.