The VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT (2005-11) 4DR SALOON 2.0 TDI 140 DPF HIGHLINE 6SPD is a roomy, mid-size family saloon positioned between mainstream family cars and premium executive models in the UK used-car market. Its four doors and generous cabin offer a practical alternative to an estate for buyers wanting passenger space. mycarcheck.com has logged 1,984 checks across 936 distinct VINs, a substantial sample for this Passat. The average private-sale valuation is £1,700, with average latest recorded mileage of 141,000 miles. Checked cars average 10,000 miles a year and 3.7 previous keepers, useful benchmarks, not a guarantee for an individual car. The 140 hp diesel and six-speed manual suit commuters and families on longer journeys; Highline trim feels more upmarket. Against Ford Mondeo and Vauxhall Vectra rivals, this Passat stands out for comfort, space and understated style. Check service history and emissions equipment carefully when viewing an older used diesel car.