2013 Volkswagen Caddy 1.6L Diesel · YN13 BCO

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history reveals a reactive pattern of repair rather than proactive care. While the most recent test on 23 October 2025 at 80,983 miles passed without defects, it followed a failure just one day prior. That failure highlighted a fractured nearside front coil spring, binding rear brakes, and a dangerously worn front tyre with exposed cords. The trend suggests that the owner only addresses significant mechanical and safety issues once they result in an immediate MOT failure. The mileage profile is consistent with a 13-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 6,200 miles per year to reach 80,983 miles. There is a notable gap in the recorded data between September 2020 and November 2023, during which the vehicle covered only 105 miles over three years. Since then, usage has increased sharply with over 27,000 miles covered in two years. This period of prolonged inactivity likely contributed to the accelerated degradation of rubber-based components and brake corrosion seen in the later test records. A buyer must meticulously inspect the suspension and braking systems, as these areas show recurring failures. The record indicates persistent issues with binding rear calipers and fluctuating discs noted in 2019, 2024, and 2025. Furthermore, the front suspension bushes and anti-roll bar linkages have been flagged as excessively worn or insecure multiple times, suggesting potential ongoing wear in the chassis assembly. The major exhaust leak noted in 2024 should also be verified to ensure the entire system has been replaced and is not currently suffering from structural corrosion.