2016 Volkswagen Caddy 1.4L Petrol · P4 SCM

The vehicle presents a high level of roadworthiness with a consistently stable maintenance trend. The most recent inspection conducted on 21 October 2025 at 30,853 miles passed with no recorded defects or advisories. This string of clean results across the last five annual tests suggests the vehicle has been maintained to a high standard and has not encountered significant mechanical or structural failures that typically affect vans of this age. The mileage profile is exceptionally low for a ten-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 3,085 miles per year. Between October 2021 and October 2022, the car covered only 481 miles, indicating long periods of stationary time or minimal use. Since 2022, usage has increased slightly, with 18,307 miles recorded between the 12,546 and 30,853 marks. This low mileage generally implies less mechanical wear on the drivetrain and engine components, though it can sometimes mask specific issues related to vehicles that sit for extended periods. While the clean MOT history is a positive indicator, a physical inspection should focus on components affected by low-mileage operation. A buyer must check for perished rubber, cracked suspension bushes, and split brake hoses which can degrade over time and age rather than distance. The brake discs should be examined for surface corrosion or seized calipers, as these often occur when vehicles are not driven frequently. Given the age of the van, a thorough check of the chassis and wheel arches for structural rust remains necessary to ensure the low mileage has not resulted in environmental decay.