2006 Volkswagen Caddy 2.0L Diesel · NA56 NZM

This 2006 Volkswagen Caddy presents a remarkably clean MOT record, with a stable and consistently improving maintenance trend. The most recent test on 30 January 2026 at 124,790 miles passed with zero defects, no advisories, and no recorded faults whatsoever. That clean sheet extends back through every inspection in the provided history, covering five consecutive tests from March 2022 through January 2026. No recurring mechanical or structural issues appear at any point, which is unusual for a vehicle of this age and suggests attentive, consistent upkeep by the most recent keeper or keepers. The mileage accumulation pattern is steady and unremarkable. Between March 2022 at 108,199 miles and January 2026 at 124,790 miles, the vehicle covered roughly 16,591 miles over nearly four years, averaging around 4,150 miles per year during that window. This is slightly below the overall lifetime average of approximately 6,240 miles per year, indicating the van has seen lighter use in recent years. No large gaps appear in the testing record, with annual or near-annual tests logged consistently, and no sudden jumps in mileage that would raise concerns about odometer tampering or prolonged periods of neglect. Despite the clean paperwork, a prospective buyer should still conduct a thorough physical inspection. At nearly twenty years old, structural corrosion remains the primary concern on any Volkswagen Caddy of this generation, particularly around the rear floor, sills, wheel arches, and subframe mounting points. The MOT test does not always capture early-stage surface rust that has not yet met the threshold for a failure, so a close visual check underneath is essential. Suspension components, including front lower arm bushes, rear beam bushes, and shock absorbers, should be inspected for deterioration even though no advisories have been flagged, as rubber components degrade with age independently of mileage. The braking system and tyre condition deserve equal attention. While no brake-related defects have ever appeared in the record, seized rear calipers and corroded brake lines are common on older light commercial vans that may have spent periods standing idle. Tyre age, uneven wear patterns, and the condition of the spare should all be verified. The exhaust system, particularly the flexi-joint and catalytic converter, should be checked for leaks or deterioration. A short road test will reveal any binding brakes, gearbox whine, or clutch slip that a static inspection might miss. Overall, the MOT history strongly supports a well-maintained vehicle, but age-related wear items remain a buyer's responsibility to verify in person.