2010 Volkswagen Caddy 1.9L Diesel · RO10 XTK

The vehicle most recently passed its MOT on 20 February 2026, although it carries a persistent advisory regarding an oil leak. Reviewing the history, the maintenance trend suggests a vehicle that is generally kept roadworthy but is beginning to show the expected degradation of seals and rubber components. While the major power steering failure in 2023 was addressed, the recurring nature of fluid seepage and tyre wear advisories indicates a shift from a clean history to one requiring more frequent corrective maintenance. With a recorded mileage of 167,908 miles over sixteen years, the vehicle has averaged approximately 10,494 miles per annum. This is a typical usage profile for a light commercial vehicle of this vintage, suggesting consistent use rather than prolonged periods of standing. However, this mileage puts significant cumulative stress on the drivetrain, engine internals, and suspension geometry, meaning the buyer should expect the wear and tear associated with a high-mileage workhorse rather than a lightly used private vehicle. A critical point of inspection is the front axle and steering geometry. The MOT history reveals a pattern of front tyres wearing close to the legal limit or unevenly on the edges across multiple years, coupled with a previous advisory for a worn nearside front suspension bush. This strongly suggests a misalignment or failing suspension components. During a test drive, the buyer should listen for suspension clunks or knocks over uneven surfaces and inspect the current tyre treads for irregular wear patterns, which would indicate a need for a full four-wheel alignment and potential replacement of control arm bushes. Attention must also be paid to the engine and steering hydraulics. The ongoing advisory for an oil leak, which has persisted since at least October 2024, requires a physical inspection of the engine bay for seepage and a check of the oil level. Given the previous major failure of a power steering component, the buyer should verify the fluid level in the reservoir and listen for any whining or groaning from the power steering pump when turning the wheel at full lock. Finally, given the high mileage, the clutch engagement point and the condition of the brake discs for pitting or lip formation should be thoroughly evaluated.