Does the Volkswagen Passat diesel have any known issues?

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Does the Volkswagen Passat diesel have any known issues?

My son needs a new car and is considering buying one with high mileage. He’s seen a diesel Volkswagen Passat on a 2004 plate with 145,000 miles on the clock. Can you tell me if this model has any known problems?

Asked on 16 October 2013 by mightyworrier

Answered by Honest John

The car is only worth £1000, but you can read about all known problems here: www.honestjohn.co.uk/carbycar/volkswagen/passat-20...d.

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