Volkswagen Passat Estate (2005 - 2011) 2.0 S TDI 5d (2007/07) Owner Review

What does this car say about you?

Practical.

What do your friends / family / neighbours think of the car?

Apparently quite desirable.

Would you buy this car again and why?

No. Definitely not. Very unreliable components which are expensive to replace.

What are you likely to buy next?

Basic Ford Focus - at least replacement parts should be cheaper!

Type of dealer you bought from?

Didn't buy from a dealer

Did you buy this car new?

No

What price did you pay?

£8,400

When did you buy the car?

May 2012

Did you get a good deal and why?

I thought so at the time.

Is there any special reason why you bought this car?

I thought it would be a reliable car that would last me 5+ years.

What was the dealer like?

I actually bought it from Tesco Cars during the brief period they existed. It was a remarkably pleasant and hassle-free experience!

What's it like to drive?

Very nice when it's working and reasonably fuel efficient.

What's it like to park?

Fine, no problems.

Have you had any problems with the car?

Where do I start! It has been plagued by stupid failures. The LH door lock. The rear door lock. The electric parking brake (which I hate anyway). Some valve in the intake manifold (which requires the whole manifold to be replaced). The RH electric window switch. I've spent £2k-plus keeping the damn thing on the road in less than two years.

What's most practical about your car?

The steering wheel works!

Favourite gadget, option or accessory?