2008 Volkswagen Caddy 1.9L Diesel · RE08 AVX

The vehicle remains roadworthy but the maintenance history indicates a worsening trend regarding deferred repairs on aging rubber components. While the most recent test in January 2026 at 175,903 miles passed, the multiple advisories for suspension arm bushes and tyre degradation suggest ongoing mechanical wear. This follows a shift from the clean record seen in December 2022, showing that the vehicle is now entering a phase where components are being addressed only upon approaching failure rather than through proactive preventative maintenance. At 175,903 miles, this eighteen-old Caddy has averaged approximately 9,772 miles per year, which is consistent with typical light-to-medium usage. The data shows a significant period of activity between December 2022 and December 2023, where the vehicle covered over 5,000 miles in twelve months. This rapid accumulation of mileage correlates with the appearance of multiple faults, including the deteriorated CV boots and suspension issues, which were likely accelerated by the high-mileage environment of a vehicle nearing 160,000 miles. A buyer must personally inspect the front suspension assembly closely, as the control arm bushes and ball joint dust covers have appeared repeatedly across the last three tests. The persistent deterioration of both front CV boots noted in 2023 and 2025 indicates a high risk of drive joint failure if these have not since been replaced. Furthermore, the misting on the nearside front shock absorber recorded in 2025 suggests the beginning of a seal failure that will require replacement soon. The structural integrity of the interior and windscreen also warrants attention, as the windscreen has been a recurring advisory for over three years without repair. Given the 2023 failure for a significantly reduced seat belt anchorage strength, a thorough check of the mounting points for hidden corrosion is essential to ensure no further degradation has occurred. The recent reports of cracking and per tyres in 2026 further suggest the rubber components are age-hardened regardless of remaining tread depth.