2009 Volkswagen Caddy 2.0L Diesel · EU59 DPO

The most recent MOT on 2025-11-08 shows a pass at 196,427 miles, but a fail on the same date at 196,415 miles. This discrepancy suggests either a data entry error or two separate tests on the same day, which is unusual. The fail cited an inoperative Engine MIL (Malfunction Indicator Lamp) indicating a potential fault, a recurring issue seen in the 2021-11-23 MOT. This pattern implies persistent problems with the vehicle’s engine management system, possibly due to unresolved fault codes or intermittent electrical issues. The 2022 MOT revealed tyre wear on both offside front and rear tyres, nearing legal limits. While minor, this highlights potential neglect in routine maintenance. The 2021 MOT also showed a failed MIL with a cleared fault code, suggesting prior repairs that may not have fully resolved the underlying issue. These recurring engine-related failures, spaced over multiple years, indicate a stabilizing but unresolved risk rather than a worsening trend. However, the lack of recent defects after 2025-11-08 does not confirm long-term reliability. The vehicle’s mileage of 196,427 miles over 17 years equates to ~11,555 miles annually, which is typical for its age .