2011 Volkswagen Caddy 1.6L Diesel · FD61 FUM

The vehicle remains roadworthy, but the maintenance history shows a trend of deferred attention to wear components. The most recent test in September 2025 at 137,922 miles identified thin rear brake pads and pitted, scored discs on both rear sides. While the vehicle passed, these advisories indicate the braking system is reaching the end of its functional life and will require immediate attention to prevent a future failure or degraded stopping performance. At 137,922 miles, this fifteen-year-old Caddy has averaged approximately 9,200 miles per year, which aligns with typical usage patterns for a commercial vehicle. The record shows consistent use, with roughly 5,700 miles covered between the October 2024 and September 2025 tests, and another 7,900 miles in the year preceding that. This regularity suggests the vehicle has not been left stationary for long periods, which generally helps prevent internal corrosion and fluid degradation. A buyer must focus their physical inspection on the suspension, as the offside front anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover was flagged as severely deteriorated for three consecutive years from 2022 to 2024. This persistent fault suggests the owner has neglected rubber-based suspension components, potentially leading to premature joint failure. Additionally, the reduced damping in rear shock absorbers noted in 2022 should be checked for oil leaks to ensure the shocks have been replaced since then. The deterioration of the rear registration plate noted across the last two tests is a minor issue but requires a simple replacement to ensure compliance. Given the age and mileage of the vehicle, a thorough check of the structural sills and mounting points is necessary to rule out corrosion, a common weakness in this generation of Caddy. While no major structural failures have appeared in the record, the recurring mechanical wear items indicate that the vehicle is maintained on a reactive rather than a proactive basis.