2017 Volkswagen Caddy 2.0L Diesel · WM66 YAD

A recurring theme of braking and tyre-related issues defines the recorded MOT history of this 2017 Volkswagen Caddy, with the most recent test on 17 February 2026 passing but carrying forward two advisories originally noted four days earlier when the vehicle failed on a dangerous rear brake pad defect. That failure recorded pads at less than 1.5 mm thick, which is not simply a worn-component issue but a safety-critical shortfall that warrants immediate verification of rear pad and disc condition regardless of any subsequent replacement work claimed. The pattern of tyre defects is equally notable, with inner-edge wear on the offside front flagged in both the failed and re-test entries for 2026, an illegal-tread-depth dangerous failure on the same corner in early 2023, and a nearside front nail advisory in 2022. Repeated inner-edge wear on the same axle position typically points to a suspension geometry or camber concern rather than isolated tyre ageing, meaning any prospective purchase should treat the tyres as a symptom worth investigating rather than a one-off consumable. With 127,764 miles recorded against an age of roughly nine years, the vehicle has accumulated approximately 14,196 miles annually, which sits well above average for a Caddy of this vintage and carries corresponding mechanical implications for wear-sensitive components such as clutch, dual-mass flywheel, turbocharger, suspension bushes and anti-roll bar links, and braking system hardware. There are no extended gaps in the testing history to suggest prolonged off-road periods, so the mileage can be read as a relatively continuous working life, and the brake and tyre deterioration observed is broadly consistent with that level of use. A minor subframe corrosion advisory from 2023 has not reappeared in subsequent tests, which may indicate either stabilisation, repair, or simply that the area has not been re-examined in detail; it nevertheless belongs on a physical inspection checklist given the high annual mileage and the vehicle's age. On a physical inspection, particular attention should be directed to the front subframe and its mounting points for any progression of surface corrosion beyond what was previously recorded, including checking the lower control arms, anti-roll bar drop links and front strut condition for splitting bushes or knocking over uneven road surfaces. The rear braking system, given the recent dangerous pad reading, should be examined directly for pad thickness, disc lip and condition, and the handbrake mechanism for full travel and effectiveness, while a road test should confirm there is no pulling, juddering under braking, or any binding sensation from the rear calipers. With the offside front tyre showing recurring inner-edge wear, a geometry check covering camber, caster and toe is advisable, and any uneven feathering across the tread on the existing tyres would suggest the issue remains unresolved. Beyond the flagged items, the high recorded mileage makes a broader mechanical assessment worthwhile before purchase. The clutch should be tested for slip under load in a high gear on an incline, the dual-mass flywheel listened for rattle on idle and overrun, and the turbocharger checked for boost consistency and any whistle or excessive shaft play via a cold-start observation. Steering should be assessed for vagueness or clunks particularly over speed humps and rough tarmac, which would indicate worn track rod ends or drop link deterioration, and the engine and gearbox should be inspected for any oil seepage from the sump, cam chain cover, or input and output seals. Finally, the rear light clusters should be confirmed as fully functional given the 2022 position lamp failure, and the windscreen washer system verified as operational, as both items have previously failed on this vehicle and represent minor but recurring electrical and fluid system attention points.