2011 Volkswagen Caddy 1.6L Diesel · FD61 FUU

The vehicle remains roadworthy, but the maintenance history reveals a trend of deferred repairs regarding suspension and rubber components. While the most recent test on 12 June 2026 at 104,333 miles flagged a worn offside front suspension arm bush and perishing rear tyres, these issues mirror persistent advisories from the previous years. The recurring presence of worn bushes and anti-roll bar pins suggests that the owner only addresses suspension components when they approach failure limits rather than performing preventative maintenance. The mileage pattern is consistent with a 15-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 7,000 miles per year. Between June 2023 at 87,462 miles and June 2026 at 104,333 miles, the vehicle covered roughly 17,000 miles, indicating steady and realistic usage. This low-annual mileage explains the gradual degradation of rubber-based parts, such as the cracking and perishing tyres noted across multiple tests, which are often caused by age and environmental exposure rather than high distance-related wear. A buyer should specifically inspect the front suspension assembly, as the offside front arm bush has been flagged in both 2024 and 2026 tests. The braking system also shows signs of neglect, with rear binding recorded in 2023 and 2025, alongside pitted front discs noted in 2025. The persistent non-excessive oil leak mentioned in both 2025 and 2026 requires a close visual inspection to ensure it does not originate from a significant seal. Given the history of perishing tyres and worn inner edges, a full set of tyres should be checked for sidewall cracking and depth before purchase.