2020 Volkswagen Caddy 2.0L Diesel · CA20 FWL

The vehicle maintains a roadworthy status, though the maintenance history reveals a reactive rather than proactive approach to repairs. The most recent test in July 2025 at 60,124 miles shows a pass despite advisories for a damaged windscreen and a nearside front tyre reaching the legal limit. While the vehicle avoids immediate failure, the recurring nature of advisories suggests that components are often only addressed once they approach point of failure during the annual inspection. At 60,124 miles over six years, the Caddy averages approximately 10,000 miles per annum, which aligns with typical usage patterns for a light-commercial vehicle. The mileage accumulation between tests is consistent, with roughly 16,000 miles driven between August 2023 and July 2024, and another 10,951 miles between July 2024 and July 2025. This steady usage indicates regular operation rather than long periods of stationary deactivation. A buyer must scrutinise the front suspension specifically, as the July 2024 test flagged worn suspension arm bushes on both sides. Although these did not cause a failure, the wear on rubber components often leads to steering instability and uneven tyre wear if ignored. The brake system also shows a history of neglect; the August 2023 record noted all four brake pads wearing thin, necessitating a physical inspection to verify the current pad thickness and to check for scoring or overheating on the discs resulting from prolonged thin operation. The tyre history is another area of concern, with multiple advisories for worn edges and perishing rubber across the last three tests. The 2023 report of perishing on the rear tyres suggests the vehicle may have sat for periods or used low-quality rubber. An inspection of the current tread depth and sidewall integrity is required to ensure the new owner does not face an immediate replacement cost shortly after purchase.