2017 Volkswagen Caddy 2.0L Diesel · VO17 SXB

The 2017 Volkswagen Caddy presents a high-mileage profile with the most recent inspection indicating the onset of mechanical wear. In the November 2025 test at 170,699 miles, the vehicle passed with an advisory for slight play in the nearside rear wheel bearing. This suggests that the bearing is nearing the end of its functional life and requires monitoring. This follows a more significant result in November 2024 at 123,917 miles, where the front braking system was found to be imbalanced and barely meeting legal requirements, necessitating immediate adjustment or repair. The mileage accumulation is consistently high, averaging approximately 19,000 miles per year over the nine-year period. Between the 2021 and 2025 tests, the vehicle covered nearly 98,000 miles, which typically places considerable strain on the drivetrain, suspension, and cooling components. The 2024 record also highlighted poor tyre management, with all four tyres noted as being near the legal limit or showing uneven edge wear, which often points to alignment issues or worn suspension bushes. While the vehicle maintained a clean record between 2021 and 2023, the more recent data indicates a shift toward reactive maintenance. A buyer should prioritize a thorough inspection of the front braking geometry and the rear artwork assemblies to determine the extent of the imbalance and play. Given the high mileage and the history of uneven tyre wear, a professional check of the suspension components is also advised to ensure no further structural fatigue is present.