2013 Volkswagen Caddy 1.6L Diesel · NK13 ART

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile based on the latest available MOT data. The most recent inspection conducted in February 2026 at 117,198 miles resulted in a clean pass, indicating that the vehicle currently meets all safety and emissions standards. This follows a period of consistent passes in 2023 and 2024, suggesting that the mechanical and structural components have been maintained without recurring major failures. The mileage pattern is consistent with a thirteen-year-old commercial vehicle, averaging approximately 9,000 miles per year. The data shows a steady accumulation, moving from 87,750 miles in February 2023 to 117,198 miles by early 2026. While there was a recorded failure in February 2025 at 110,856 miles, the vehicle passed the retest on the same day. This indicates a minor, rectify defect, such as a bulb or a minor component, that was addressed immediately rather than a deep-seated mechanical fault. A prospective buyer should focus their physical inspection on common wear points for a Caddy of this age and mileage. Given the mileage, the condition of the suspension bushes, shock absorbers, and coil springs should be verified, as these often show fatigue at this interval. The record lacks historical advisories, but a close check of the sills, wheel arches, and underside is necessary to ensure no hidden corrosion has developed between test intervals. The clean history suggests the brake system is performing well, but checking for binding calipers or thin discs remains a standard prudent practice.