2008 Volkswagen Caddy 1.9L Diesel · NK58 GGO

The 2008 Volkswagen Caddy currently stands on the verge of roadworthiness given the 2026 date, with the most recent MOT test on 2025-12-15 at 116,487 miles showing a clean pass. The 2025-12-15 test passed for oil leak and nearside front lower suspension arm pin or bush, though it failed on the offside front lower suspension arm pin or bush and centre exhaust clamp, indicating a recurring structural issue that has persisted since 2025. The maintenance trend appears stable, with the 2024-12-31 test at 105,814 miles also passing, and the 2024-01-31 test at 105,504 miles passing as well. However, the 2022-10-26 test at 99,916 miles failed for offside front prop shaft joint constant velocity boot and nearside rear anti-roll bar linkage ball joints, suggesting a pattern of wear that may have accelerated over the last two years. This rapid mileage increase from 2022 to 2025 indicates that the vehicle has accumulated significant wear on critical suspension and drivetrain components without corresponding maintenance, placing it at risk for future failure. Given the persistent failure of the offside suspension bush and the constant velocity boot on the prop shaft, the vehicle requires immediate inspection of the rear suspension and drive shaft joint. Buyers should verify the condition of the nearside front lower suspension arm pin or bush, as this component is frequently the cause of rear-wheel suspension failure. Additionally, the centre exhaust clamp and brake hose damage noted in the 2024-01-31 test warrant a check for corrosion and wear, as these components are prone to failure in the high-mileage range. A thorough visual inspection of the engine bay and undercarriage is recommended to assess for structural rust or corrosion that may have masked previous minor issues.