2011 Volkswagen Caddy 2.0L Diesel · RO11 POV

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, having passed its most recent MOT on 27 February 2026 at 79,364 miles. The maintenance trend appears stable, as the owner consistently addresses any issues immediately following a failure. While the record shows failures in both 2024 and early 2026, the subsequent passes within short intervals indicate a proactive approach to rectifying identified defects rather than a pattern of ongoing mechanical neglect. The mileage profile is notably low for a fifteen-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 5,300 miles per year. Data shows a significant period of inactivity between October 2023 and November 2024, where the vehicle covered only 5,349 miles in 13 months. More recent bursts of use occurred in early February 2026, with 2,805 miles covered between two tests. This low annual mileage reduces the wear on the drivetrain and engine components, but it increases the risk of rubber-based parts degrading or brake components seizing due to long stationary periods. An in-person inspection should focus on components most susceptible to age rather than mileage. Because the MOT history does not list specific mechanical failures like leaking shocks or worn suspension bushes, the buyer must manually check for corrosion on the sills and structural arches, which are common on this generation of Caddy. Given the gaps in use, the tester should inspect the brake discs for pitting and check the tyre sidewalls for dry cracking, despite adequate tread depth.