Mk3 Caddy Rear Brake Caliper (282mm Brake Discs) - Left (Bosch)

This replacement rear brake caliper is designed for VW Caddy Mk3 (Caddy III) models from March 2004 to May 2015 fitted with BOSCH braking systems. It is the correct left-hand rear caliper for vehicles using 272mm solid rear brake discs and features an integrated mechanical parking brake mechanism.

On RHD vehicles, this caliper fits the left-hand side (passenger side).

What the part does & how it works

This rear brake caliper performs two essential functions:

1. Service braking – Hydraulic pressure forces the single piston outward, clamping the brake pads against the rear brake disc to slow the vehicle.

2. Parking brake operation – The integrated handbrake mechanism mechanically applies the brake when the handbrake lever is engaged, securely holding the vehicle when parked.

The single-piston floating caliper design allows the caliper to self-centre over the disc as the pads wear. This ensures even pad contact, smooth braking performance, and consistent handbrake operation. A seized or worn caliper can cause dragging brakes, uneven pad wear, poor handbrake efficiency, or MOT failure—replacement restores correct braking and parking brake function.

Specifications

• Fitting position: Rear axle – Left-hand side (Passenger side on RHD vehicles)

• Brake disc type: Solid

• Brake disc diameter: 272mm

• Brake disc thickness: 10mm

• PR codes: 1ZA, 1ZE, 1ZF, 2E3

• Caliper type: Floating brake caliper

• Parking brake: Integrated handbrake mechanism

• Piston count: 1

• Piston diameter: 38mm

• Manufacturer restriction: Bosch

Fitment & compatibility

• Volkswagen Caddy III (Mk3):
  1.2, 1.6, 2.0 Petrol · 1.6D, 2.0D

• Model years: March 2004 – May 2015

Important fitment note:
This caliper is BOSCH-specific and fits only vehicles with PR codes 1ZA, 1ZE, 1ZF or 2E3 using 272×10mm solid rear brake discs. It will not fit vehicles equipped with TRW braking systems or different rear disc sizes. Always check the PR code on the vehicle data sticker before ordering.

Fitting notes

• Sold individually; for best results, replace rear brake calipers in axle pairs to maintain balanced braking and even handbrake operation.

• Inspect brake pads, discs, handbrake cables, and flexible hoses during installation.

• Bleed the braking system after fitting and adjust the handbrake as required.

Key features

• Correct BOSCH-specification rear brake caliper

• Left-hand rear caliper (RHD passenger side)

• Integrated parking brake mechanism

• Single-piston floating design

• 38mm piston

• Designed for 272×10mm solid rear brake discs