VW Passat B6 2.0 TDI, 140 PS, 6-speed manual (2005–2010)

Research for this car

• Generation guide VW Passat B6 (2005-2010): known problems and buying guide

  Buy with a full service record. Check the 2.0 TDI oil pump drive, the TSI oil level and the DSG gearbox before paying.

• Engine guide VW pump-injector TDI (1.4, 1.9, 2.0 PD and 2.5 R5): problems, costs and what to check

  Oil pump drive, rod bearing, head crack and cam faults are reported. Buy only with oil records and proof of the pump and head work.

Known issues for this car

Before you buy this car

From the generation guide

1. Ask for proof that the 2.0 TDI oil pump drive was checked or replaced. A lit oil warning lamp means stop: driving on can damage the engine.
2. On a 2.0 TDI manual, ask whether the dual-mass flywheel was checked or replaced with the clutch. A clutch job quoted 918.83 to 1,223.92 EUR in Germany.
3. Test the electric parking brake. A warning message or a brake that will not release means a fault. Ask for fault codes to be read.
4. Check the sills, wheel arches, lower door edges, bonnet and tailgate for rust. Look at the subframe mounts too.
5. Check the springs and shock absorbers. Broken springs can make the car fail its TÜV inspection.

From the engine guide

1. Oil pump drive (no scanner). Ask for proof that the oil pump drive or the balance-shaft module was replaced or checked. Bad: no record on a 2005 to 2009 car.

Running costs

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

ADAC versions