2015 Volkswagen Caddy 1.6L Diesel · GD64 KSO

The vehicle most recently passed its MOT on 29 January 2026 with advisories relating to both rear anti-roll bar pin or bush wear and a minor defect for an obviously under-inflated offside rear tyre. Prior to that, the 2025 test noted a minor windscreen damage entry, while the 2022 test recorded an advisory for light oil misting on the nearside front shock absorber. Importantly, the 2023, 2024, 2021, 2020 and 2019 tests all passed with no advisories or defects recorded, indicating a generally well-maintained vehicle overall. The trend is best described as broadly stable with a slight late-life appearance of wear-related advisories, which is consistent with a vehicle of this age and mileage approaching the end of its first decade of service. No failures, dangerous defects, or recurring advisories are present in the recorded history, which is a positive indicator of structural and mechanical integrity. With 100,810 miles recorded over approximately 11 years, the annual mileage equates to roughly 9,165 miles per year, which sits comfortably within the typical usage bracket for a commercial or family van of this type. The MOT record shows annual testing since 2019 with consistent mileage progression implied between tests, suggesting the vehicle has been in regular use rather than left standing for prolonged periods. This is mechanically beneficial, as frequent short journeys or long periods of inactivity often accelerate corrosion on brake discs, degrade tyre sidewalls through perishing, and compromise 12V battery health, none of which appear to have become dominant issues here. The mileage itself is not unusually high for a 2015 Volkswagen Caddy, and given its working van heritage, the wear implications primarily centre on consumables, suspension components, and drivetrain servicing rather than catastrophic defects. Buyers should pay particular attention to the rear anti-roll bar bush advisory recorded at the most recent test, as this component is responsible for reducing body roll and maintaining stable cornering behaviour. On a test drive, listen for clonks or rattles over uneven road surfaces, particularly from the rear axle, and observe whether the vehicle feels less composed during rapid direction changes or roundabouts. If the bushes have deteriorated further since the advisory, they may now be approaching the threshold of excessive movement, which would warrant prompt replacement to preserve handling integrity. The nearside front shock absorber oil misting noted in 2022 should also be monitored, as shock seals tend to degrade progressively; check for any worsening of ride quality, nose-diving under braking, or visible oil residue on the shock body. The remainder of the inspection should focus on age-related items that the MOT history alone will not capture. With an eleven-year-old vehicle, confirm the production date codes on all tyres to ensure none are excessively aged, as sidewall perishing can occur regardless of tread depth, and verify that the under-inflated tyre noted in January has been properly inspected for slow punctures or valve issues. Examine the brake discs for any pronounced lipping or surface corrosion, particularly given the vehicle may have experienced periods of wet weather standing, and confirm the calipers are releasing cleanly without binding. Check the service book for evidence of regular cambelt or timing chain servicing, coolant, brake fluid, and automatic or manual gearbox oil changes at manufacturer-recommended intervals, as these are time-sensitive rather than mileage-sensitive items. Finally, assess the 12V battery under load, ensure the air conditioning system functions effectively, and inspect the bodywork for any corrosion around wheel arches, sills, and the rear load area, which are common age-related concerns for vans of this generation.