2007 Volkswagen Caddy 2.0L Diesel · YP57 YVC

The 2007 Volkswagen Caddy presents a mixed maintenance picture, with the most recent MOT pass on 27 March 2026 at 163,161 miles masking a pattern of recurring faults that suggests inconsistent preventative upkeep. That pass followed a failure on the same day at 163,160 miles, where the tester flagged an inoperative engine malfunction indicator lamp, an SRS warning lamp indicating a fault, and incorrectly coloured rear direction indicators. The SRS fault is a recurring theme, having also appeared in the 2015 failure, which raises a genuine concern about whether the airbag system has ever been properly diagnosed or merely reset between tests. The headlamp lens defect noted in both the pass and fail entries is minor but persistent, indicating cosmetic neglect rather than mechanical risk. The mileage accumulation of roughly 8,587 miles per year over nineteen years is broadly typical for a light commercial vehicle of this age, and the record shows consistent annual testing without significant gaps. The jump from 158,812 miles in March 2024 to 159,905 miles in March 2025 represents approximately 1,093 miles, then a further 3,256 miles to the March 2026 test, suggesting slightly increased recent use. No alarming gaps or sudden spikes appear in the data, though the sparse record of only five tests over several years means longer-term trends are difficult to establish with confidence. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on the front suspension and drivetrain components, where the record shows repeated deterioration. Both front outer track rod end ball joint dust covers were flagged as excessively damaged in the 2015 failure, and both front outer constant velocity joint boots were noted as severely deteriorated in both 2015 and 2025. These are items that degrade with age and mileage, and their repeated appearance suggests either replacement was deferred or substandard parts were fitted. The SRS warning lamp demands proper diagnostic interrogation with a VW-capable scan tool rather than a simple code clear. The rear bumper was noted as missing in 2024, so a thorough check of the rear structural mounting points and light unit security is advisable. Brake components, exhaust emissions, and underbody corrosion were not flagged in the available record, but at this mileage and age, a live inspection of all suspension bushes, coil springs, and brake lines remains essential before purchase.