The VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT (1997-01) 4DR SALOON 1.8 20V S is a roomy, four-door family saloon from the large-car end of the UK market. It offers a more traditional alternative to a hatchback, with a separate boot and space for passengers, making it suited to everyday journeys, commuting and longer trips. With its 1.8-litre petrol engine and comfortable, composed character, the Passat is best for drivers wanting a practical, unfussy used car rather than a city runabout. It competes with period family saloons such as the Ford Mondeo and Vauxhall Vectra, and is known for its solid feel and roomy cabin. mycarcheck.com records 17 look-ups covering 15 different VINs, so this is a modest sample, not a full picture of ownership. Those checks show an average recorded mileage of 140,000 and 2.5 previous keepers; the average private-sale valuation recorded was £200. Check each car's history and condition carefully before buying one.