Volkswagen Passat losing power

My Volkswagen Passat 1.8 petrol loses power gradually when driving from 70mph to 40mph. Sometimes it seems as if its being choked, while other times it drives fine. Any ideas?

Asked on 26 February 2014 by Mud902100

Answered by Honest John

Probably a failing mass airflow sensor.

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