Volkswagen Caddy: suspension MOT failures
Suspension was a recorded failure area in 9.8% of Volkswagen Caddy MOT tests in this dataset. It is most prominent on 2004, 2010 cars.
Worn drop links, bushes, springs or shocks — listen for knocks over bumps and check for uneven tyre wear. Typical repair cost: £150–£450 per corner (rough UK ballpark, not a quote).
Suspension failures by year
| Model year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2004 | 8,832 | 16.6% |
| 2005 | 14,224 | 14.9% |
| 2006 | 20,974 | 15.0% |
| 2007 | 31,266 | 14.9% |
| 2008 | 36,770 | 14.8% |
| 2009 | 44,993 | 14.8% |
| 2010 | 60,659 | 15.0% |
| 2018 | 61,669 | 2.5% |
| 2020 | 22,765 | 1.8% |
Methodology & source. Dataset: DVSA MOT testing data (2021,2022,2023,2024,2025). Data last updated 2026-07-01. Figures reflect MOT-testable defects only — read the methodology for how these are calculated and what they don't measure.