2011 Volkswagen Caddy 1.6L Diesel · LL11 RLY

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history indicates a reactive rather than proactive approach to repairs. While it passed its latest test in May 2026 at 128,891 miles, this followed a failure just three weeks prior. The trend shows a recurring pattern where mechanical and safety components are only addressed once they trigger an MOT failure. The presence of a non-excessive oil leak in the two most recent tests suggests a persistent issue that the owner has chosen to monitor rather than rectify. At 128,891 miles over 15 years, the Caddy averages approximately 8,600 miles per year, which aligns with typical usage for a light commercial vehicle of this age. The data shows consistent mileage accumulation, with roughly 8,000 miles covered between April 2024 and April 2025, and another 6,000 miles covered in the final year. This regular use suggests the vehicle has not been left to sit for long periods, which explains the standard wear on moving components like the suspension and braking system. A buyer must scrutinise the braking system and parking brake mechanism. The record shows the parking brake failed in April 2024 due to an inoperative side and low efficiency, failing again in April 2026. Although it passed shortly after, both front brake discs were still flagged as pitted or scored in the May 2026 test. An inspection should check for caliper binding and ensure the parking brake cables are properly tensioned and adjusted to prevent future failures. The suspension also requires attention. A worn nearside front lower suspension arm bush was noted in 2024 and remained unmentioned in later tests, suggesting the rubber components are nearing the end of their life. Given the persistent oil leak, a physical inspection of the engine bay is necessary to determine if this is a simple sump cover gasket or a more significant engine seal failure that could lead to catastrophic damage if left unaddressed.