1992 Volkswagen Passat CL review from UK and Ireland
"A good workhorse"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Bought with a electrical fault on the instrument panel e. g. No fuel or temperature gauges working. Intermittent fault. Rectified by a new printed circuit. Now known to be a common fault. Cost of part only. three years ago. £275-00.
Unable to leave vehicle for more than two days without returning to find a flat battery. After hours of investigation and many months later. The fault was found in the central locking. Another intermittent fault which activated the central locking from time to time and therefore discharging the battery.
An engine oil leak from the rear main seal behind the flywheel which has leaked for years.
General comments?
A solid dependable car and very roomy, plus a large boot.
A very good tow car, low geared.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Don't Know |
| First year of ownership | 1996 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2002 |
| Engine and transmission | 1.6 turbo diesel Manual |
| Performance marks | 8/10 |
| Reliability marks | 7/10 |
| Comfort marks | 8/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 7/10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 8/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 40000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 90000 miles |
| Previous car | Volkswagen Jetta |
| Date of Entry | 19th January, 2002 |