Failed oil pump on Volkswagen Passat

I own a 2004 Volkswagen Passat and it won’t start. A light has come on, saying “oil pressure low - Stop”. The engine is also making a chattering noise. Do you have any idea what could be wrong?

Asked on 27 July 2013 by Flowerpot Glos

Answered by Honest John

Reads like the oil pump has failed. Do not start the engine again.

Tags: technical issues oil pump

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