VW Nutzfahrzeuge Caddy IV 1.4 TSI, 125 PS, 6-speed manual (2015–2019)

Research for this car

• Generation guide VW Caddy 4 (2015-2020): known problems and buying guide

  No major fault is confirmed. Expect worn brakes, shock absorbers and lamps, and check for oil loss before you buy.

• Engine guide VW 1.2 and 1.4 TSI (EA211) petrol engines: problems, costs and what to check

  Oil use and water pump leaks are the reported faults. Buy with a belt and pump record and a clean oil check.

Known issues for this car

Before you buy this car

From the generation guide

1. Push down on each corner of the van, then drive over bumps. Knocking, a bouncy ride or uneven tyre wear means worn shock absorbers or springs.
2. Look through the wheels at the brake discs. Deep lips, cracks or pads near the wear limit mean a brake job is due. On the test drive, brake hard from about 50 km/h. A soft pedal or pulling to one side is a bad result.
3. Park over a clean sheet and check the engine and gearbox for oil after the test drive. Fresh drips or a low level mean seal work.
4. Switch on every light: low beam, high beam, rear lights and the number-plate lamp. Dark or flickering lamps mean bulb or wiring work.

From the engine guide

1. Oil level (no scanner needed). Check the dipstick and ask for the oil-use history. Bad: the level falls between services, or blue smoke comes out under hard acceleration. Ask for proof of any ring or head work.
2. Coolant and water pump (no scanner needed). Check the coolant level when the engine is cold, and look under the car for wet stains near the pump. Bad: a low level or any leak. Ask for a dated invoice showing the pump was changed with the belt.
3. Invoices. Ask for dated invoices with the mileage for any belt, pump, oil or software work. No record means budget for the job.
4. Recall check. Enter the VIN in the official recall check for the car's country. Bad: an open campaign on the car.

Running costs

ADAC figures for 15,000 km a year over 60 months

ADAC versions