2009 Volkswagen Caddy 2.0L Diesel · DX09 OXG

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history reveals a reactive approach to repairs rather than preventative care. The most recent test in early July 2026 at 89,688 miles passed with only a minor advisory for a perished nearside front drop link boot. This follows a pattern of intermittent failures where faults are addressed only after failing an inspection. While the vehicle maintains a passing status, the recurring nature of brake and exhaust issues suggests that components are being run until failure. At 17 years old, the recorded mileage of 89,688 miles is significantly low, averaging approximately 5,276 miles per year. This low-use profile explains several instances of age-related degradation seen in the record, such as perishing tyre sidewalls in 2020 and persistent corrosion on brake discs. The mileage accumulation is consistent yearly, typically showing between 2,000 and 3,500 miles added between annual tests, which often leaves rubber components and metal surfaces vulnerable to environmental-related rot and oxidation despite the low mechanical wear. A buyer must scrutinise the braking system closely, as pitting and corrosion on the discs have been a documented issue since at least 2022. The 2025 test flagged low rear pads and continued disc corrosion, indicating the braking hardware is nearing the end of its service life. The exhaust system also shows a history of leaks and emission failures spanning several years between 2019 and 2022. While these appear to be rectified, a physical inspection of the exhaust manifold and catalytic converter is necessary to ensure no further structural fractures have developed. The suspension also requires attention due to the previous report of a noisy nearside front top suspension mount in 2022 and the recent perished drop link boot. Given the low mileage, the inspector should check for dry cracking in bushes and rubber components that have hardened over time rather than use. The history of inner-edge tyre wear in 2017 also suggests a potential alignment issue that should be verified to prevent premature wear of new tyres.