The VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT (2005-11) 4DR SALOON 2.0 TDI CR 140 DPF S is a traditional four-door family saloon: roomy, understated and aimed at drivers wanting more space than a hatchback without moving to an SUV. In the UK used-car market, it sits among practical, mid-sized diesel saloons, competing with cars such as the Ford Mondeo and Vauxhall Vectra. Mycarcheck.com has recorded 35 checks covering 26 different VINs, so these figures offer a useful snapshot rather than a complete picture of every Passat. Across those checks, average private-sale value was £1,600; average latest recorded mileage was 160,000, with annual mileage around 11,000 and 3.4 previous keepers on average. That points to checking each car’s history and condition carefully. With its spacious cabin, generous boot and economical diesel character, it suits family duties and regular motorway commuting. It is less sporty than some rivals, but offers a comfortable, sensible long-distance alternative choice.