2009 Volkswagen Caddy 2.0L Diesel · DX09 PWO

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance trend indicates a reactive rather than proactive approach to repairs. While the most recent test in November 2025 at 133,053 miles passed, it revealed new advisories for a worn offside front tyre and a pitted offside front brake disc. This follows a pattern of intermittent failures where components are only addressed after failing an MOT test, suggesting the owner performs the minimum work required to remain legal rather than following preventative schedules. At 133,053 miles over 17 years, the Caddy covers an average of approximately 7,800 miles per year, which is consistent with typical light usage for a commercial vehicle. The data shows consistent mileage between tests, with roughly 6,200 miles covered between the October 2024 and November 2025 tests. However, the rapid failure in October 2024 at 126,782 miles due to a major exhaust leak and illegal tyre tread indicates that critical components were being neglected until they reached a point of failure. A buyer must conduct a thorough inspection of the braking system and suspension components. The 2023 record flagged all four brake hoses for corrosion at the ferrules, and while the 2025 test noted a worn disc, the structural integrity of these rubber hoses needs physical checking for further degradation to prevent sudden failure. The recurring issues with tyre tread depth across 2023 and 2024 suggest a lack of attention to wheel alignment or suspension wear, which often causes uneven tyre degradation on older vans. The major exhaust leak recorded in late 2024 warrants a close look for structural corrosion throughout the entire exhaust system and mounting brackets. Given the age of the vehicle, the buyer should also inspect the chassis sills and floor pans for signs of hidden rust, as the MOT history focuses primarily on mechanical consumables rather than deep structural integrity. The headlamp alignment issues from 2023 are minor, but verifying that the units are correctly adjusted now is essential for nighttime safety.