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Used 2016 Volkswagen Passat for sale
EST CL 1.4tsi M6F 125HP 5DR
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€12,950
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Could suit you if…
- Your usual group fits within 5 seats, including the driver. Check passenger space and any child-seat fit in person.
- Many journeys are local or relatively short: petrol can fit that use without choosing diesel just for occasional long trips.
- You often load a pushchair, dog or bulky bags: an estate layout could be useful. Try your own luggage rather than judging by the exterior size.
Think twice if…
- You need to carry more than 5 people together: the advert records 5 seats, including the driver.
- You need predictable ownership costs: at around 10 years old and 116,000 km, check maintenance records and upcoming work. Mileage alone does not tell you the car's condition.
This is general guidance about this type of car and your needs — not an inspection or approval of this individual car.
The 2016 Passat (B8) estate — often called the Variant — is spacious and comfortable, and a petrol/manual is mechanically straightforward compared with diesels. Petrol TSI engines are generally fine, but they rely on regular oil changes and can show oil-consumption or timing-chain/tensioner symptoms if neglected; the upside is you avoid diesel DPF and AdBlue concerns. Expect decent towing ability for family trailers and a big boot for prams or sports kit.
- Clutch engagement and pedal feel: test for slipping or a high bite point on a long hill drive.
- Manual gearbox synchros: check for crunching or rough changes into 2nd/3rd/4th gears.
- Listen for unusual rattles on cold start and check service history for oil-change intervals and any timing-chain/tensioner work.
- Inspect rear arches, tailgate lower edge and underside for corrosion or previous repairs (10-year-old estate common spots).
- Check suspension for worn bushes or noisy rear shocks and look for any sagging under normal load.
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A €250 deposit secures the vehicle. Over 35 years in Sandyford. SIMI-registered dealer — buy with confidence! Check out our Google reviews. Revolut accepted. Apply for finance. All cars are sold fully serviced, NCT'd and with warranty — whatever the car needs, it gets. Delivery available upon request.