2009 Volkswagen Caddy 2.0L Diesel · PJ09 NPD

The vehicle currently holds a roadworthy status following its most recent MOT pass on 19 March 2025 at 228,137 miles. The maintenance trend shows a pattern of reactive compliance rather than proactive upkeep. While the vehicle failed its previous two tests in May 2024 and February 2025, it successfully passed the subsequent retests each time. This suggests that the previous owner addresses specific defects only when necessitated by the legal test, rather than performing comprehensive mechanical overhauls prior to testing dates. At 228,137 miles, this 17-year-old Volkswagen Caddy has covered significant ground, averaging approximately 13,400 miles per year. The data reveals a notable period of inactivity between September 2023 and May 2024, where the odometer remained static at 228,106 miles for eight months. However, the vehicle then covered only 31 miles between May 2024 and February 2025. The high cumulative mileage places considerable strain on the drivetrain, turbocharger, and suspension mounting points, which are typical for commercial vehicles of this age. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection focusing on the chassis and underbody. Given the high mileage and the history of failures followed by immediate passes, structural corrosion on the sills and subframe mounting points is critical. The inspector should check for excessive play in the front control arm bushes and shock absorbers, as these components often fail at this mileage interval. Because the MOT records do not list specific reasons for the past failures, it is vital to verify the condition of the brake calipers and exhaust leaks which may have triggered the previous rejections.