2016 Volkswagen Caddy 2.0L Diesel · PJ66 NUU

The 2016 Volkswagen Caddy presents a stable and currently sound roadworthiness status, having passed its most recent MOT on 30 September 2025 at 87,057 miles with zero defects recorded. This clean pass, coming just five days after a failure on 25 September 2025 at the same mileage, indicates that the previous owner addressed the identified faults promptly. The maintenance trend is therefore improving, with no outstanding advisories or failures on the current certificate. The mileage accumulation of roughly 8,706 miles per year over ten years sits squarely within the typical range for a vehicle of this age and class. The record shows a notable gap between September 2023 at 74,361 miles and September 2024 at 83,732 miles, representing approximately 9,371 miles in that single twelve-month period, which is slightly above the annual average but not excessive. The mileage then remained static at 87,057 miles across both the failed and passed tests in September 2025, suggesting the vehicle may have been stationary or used very little in the months leading up to that test window. The September 2025 failure flagged a fractured offside rear leaf spring, which is a structural suspension component rather than a simple consumable. A fractured leaf spring on a Caddy, a light commercial vehicle that may have carried loads, points to fatigue or overloading over time. The fact that it was repaired and passed five days later is encouraging, but a buyer should still inspect the rear suspension carefully. Check both leaf springs for cracks, corrosion, or uneven wear, and examine the associated bushes, shackles, and shock absorbers. The 2023 test noted light oil misting on both front shock absorbers, a condition that may have progressed, so any signs of significant oil leakage or diminished damping should be taken seriously. The recurring electrical faults centred on the offside rear lamp assembly, appearing in both 2024 and 2025, suggest a persistent wiring, connector, or mounting issue rather than a one-off bulb failure. A buyer should verify that all rear lights, including the rear fog lamp, function correctly and inspect the wiring loom and connector block for damage, corrosion, or water ingress. Given the vehicle's commercial origins, a thorough underbody inspection for corrosion, particularly around mounting points and load-bearing areas, is advisable before purchase.