2009 Volkswagen Caddy 2.0L Diesel · EU09 KXS

The most recent official DVSA MOT test for this 2009 Volkswagen Caddy was conducted on 18 November 2025 and resulted in a pass with no defects or advisories recorded, indicating that the vehicle met the statutory roadworthiness standards on the date of examination. Looking back over the recent history, the pattern is broadly stable and reassuring, with passes recorded at the same November 2024 test, in November 2023, and in November 2022. The single failure recorded in November 2024 is followed immediately by a pass on the same date, suggesting a minor rectification was carried out and the vehicle was resubmitted successfully rather than indicating any persistent or structural concern. With no advisories flagged across the last five examinations, there is no documented trend of deteriorating components such as brakes, suspension, tyres, or exhaust systems, which is a positive signal for a prospective buyer evaluating this 17-year-old commercial vehicle. Against an age of approximately 17 years, the recorded mileage of 104,287 miles equates to an annual average of around 6,135 miles, which is broadly consistent with typical usage for a small panel van of this vintage, particularly one that may have seen a mix of light commercial and private use. There are no significant gaps in the recorded mileage progression across the MOT entries, and the accumulation appears steady rather than indicating extended periods of standing or unusually high-intensity use. That said, the relatively modest annual mileage does not necessarily imply light mechanical wear, as age-related deterioration of rubber, plastic, electrical, and fluid-based components progresses independently of odometer readings, and a 17-year-old vehicle will naturally require attention to time-served items regardless of how few miles it has covered. Given the clean MOT record and the absence of any flagged advisories, physical inspection should focus on the age- and calendar-related factors that an MOT does not necessarily capture. Tyres should be examined closely for sidewall perishing and cracking caused by prolonged exposure to UV light, which is common on vehicles that have seen more years than miles, and the spare wheel or inflation kit should be verified. Brake discs and calipers can suffer from corrosion or seizing, particularly on vehicles that have spent time parked for extended periods, so a test drive should include progressive brake applications to check for shudder, pulling to one side, or a binding sensation, and the wheels should be inspected for uneven tyre wear that may indicate sticking calipers or worn suspension components. The handbrake mechanism, particularly on a Caddy which often works hard under load, should be confirmed to hold on an incline without excessive travel. Attention should also be directed towards the 12-volt battery, which on a vehicle of this age is almost certainly due for replacement if it has not already been changed, and a weak battery can mask or cause otherwise unexplained electrical faults. Coolant, brake fluid, and power steering fluid all degrade over time through moisture absorption and chemical breakdown, so verifying the service history book for time-based fluid changes rather than relying solely on mileage intervals is strongly advisable. The timing belt and cambelt replacement interval for the relevant engine should be confirmed, as a missed service on this can lead to catastrophic engine damage. On the test drive, listen for any clonks or knocks from the suspension over uneven surfaces, which would suggest worn bushes, drop links, or coil springs, and check for excessive play in the steering. Finally, examine the underside and around the wheel arches for corrosion, as the Caddy of this generation can be prone to rust in structural areas, and verify that the vehicle history is consistent with the recorded mileage to ensure there is no discrepancy that would warrant further investigation.