2010 Volkswagen Caddy 1.9L Diesel · RE10 LVD

The vehicle shows a worsening maintenance trend regarding its suspension and sealing components. While the most recent test on 18 November 2025 at 154,283 miles resulted in a pass, the record shows a progression of mechanical issues. The tester flagged an oil leak and a loose undertray, alongside corrosion on all four shock absorber casings. This follows a failure in November 2024 where the offside front outer drive shaft CV boot was weeping grease and the anti-roll bar linkage showed play. The recurring nature of these advisories suggests that while the vehicle remains roadworthy, the underlying wear on the damping and drivetrain components is accelerating. The mileage accumulation is consistent with a vehicle of this age, averaging approximately 9,600 miles per year. The records show steady usage, moving from 107,304 miles in November 2021 to 154,283 miles in November 2025. There are no significant gaps in testing or evidence of long periods of inactivity, which typically helps prevent excessive corrosion. However, the consistent annual mileage has led to a predictable cycle of consumable wear, particularly regarding tyres and suspension bushes, which have appeared frequently in the history since 2022. A prospective buyer should focus heavily on the underside of the vehicle. The history shows a pattern of worn suspension arm bushes, ball joint dust cover deterioration, and anti-roll bar component wear dating back to 2023. The corrosion noted on all four shock absorber casings in the 2025 test indicates that the dampening system is reaching the end of its reliable service life. You must also inspect the engine bay and underside for the source of the oil leak flagged in the latest test to ensure it is not a significant seal failure. The condition of the drive shaft and CV boots requires close physical inspection. The 2024 failure for a severely deteriorated CV boot suggests that while repairs may have been made, the integrity of the drivetrain seals is a recurring weakness. Additionally, given the previous advisories for pitted or scored brake discs in 2022 and 2023, the current state of the braking system and any potential binding calipers should be verified. The vehicle appears to be a high-use workhorse that is currently entering a phase of more frequent and costly mechanical repairs.