2018 Volkswagen Caddy 2.0L Diesel · NK18 CEJ

The 2018 Volkswagen Caddy presents a clean and stable roadworthiness record. The most recent MOT, conducted on 20 November 2025 at 23,188 miles, passed with zero defects. This follows a consistent pattern of clean passes stretching back to April 2023, indicating no recurring mechanical or structural faults have been flagged by testers. The maintenance trend is stable and unremarkable in the best possible sense, with no advisories or failures suggesting neglect or unresolved wear. The mileage profile tells a clear story of very light use. Across roughly eight years, the van has covered 23,188 miles, averaging approximately 2,898 miles per year. The recorded intervals show steady, low accumulation: 17,269 miles in April 2023, 19,771 miles in April 2024, 21,569 miles in March 2025, and 23,188 miles in November 2025. That final interval of 1,619 miles over roughly eight months confirms the van has continued to be used sparingly. No sudden jumps or suspicious gaps appear in the data. One anomaly exists on 28 April 2023, where a failed test and a passed test both appear at the identical mileage of 17,269 miles, yet neither lists any defects. This likely reflects a data entry or retest recording issue rather than a genuine mechanical failure. Despite the clean MOT history, a buyer should still inspect the vehicle in person with low-mileage use patterns in mind. Vans standing for extended periods can develop seized brake calipers, perished rubber bushes, and corroded brake discs despite low recorded distances. The suspension components, including coil springs and suspension bushes, deserve a physical check for dry rot or deterioration caused by age rather than mileage. Tyre condition should be examined closely, as low-use vehicles often have tyres that appear legally compliant but are aged and cracked beyond safe service life. The exhaust system and underbody should be inspected for surface corrosion, particularly around mounting points and structural seams, which can develop from prolonged standing rather than active wear. The clean MOT record is encouraging, but age-related degradation can quietly accumulate on a vehicle that has spent long periods idle.