Volkswagen Caddy 69ps Sdi (2004)
2004 Volkswagen Caddy 69ps Sdi
CarHunch analysed 148 real MOT records for the 2004 Volkswagen Caddy 69ps Sdi. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
This 2004 Caddy diesel is a significant reliability concern—only 49% pass their MOT first time, well below the UK average of 80%, and buyers should expect roughly one failure per vehicle on test. The good news is that dangerous defects are non-existent in this cohort, so while repairs will be frequent, they're unlikely to be safety-critical.
At nearly 175,000 miles on average, these vans have genuinely high mileage for their age, which partly explains the failure rate, but the 49% pass rate still suggests this engine and model combination struggles with age-related wear. If you're considering one, budget for regular repair visits and factor in a full pre-purchase inspection by a diesel specialist—the absence of advisories in the data is actually telling, as it implies MOT testers are only flagging definite failures rather than warning signs.
What to check before buying a 2004 Volkswagen Caddy 69ps Sdi
Practical pre-purchase checks for this age and model.
- 📋 Check the full MOT history. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. Enter the reg below for a full AI analysis.
- 🔍 Inspect for corrosion in person. Brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that's expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.
- 🛞 Check tyres and brakes. The most common advisory items at this age. Budget for replacement if they're near the limit — factor this into your offer price.
- 📄 Run an HPI check. The MOT history won't show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status — an HPI check will.
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Pass Rate by Fuel Type
| Fuel type | Vehicles | Pass rate | Avg failures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Diesel (99%) | 147 | 49% | 1.05 |
| Gas Bi-Fuel (1%) | 1 | 50% | 1 |
Mileage Distribution
Most 2004 Volkswagen Caddy 69ps Sdi vehicles sit in the blue band. If the car you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.
Half of all 2004 Volkswagen Caddy 69ps Sdi vehicles fall between 147,373 and 189,978 miles.
2004 Volkswagen Caddy 69ps Sdi — Still on the Road
Numbers are declining — 27 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 (31% of peak).
Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2017–2025.
MOT History Averages
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