Scirocco Central

Hi all,

I have a 1.4 TSI 65 reg and need some advice.
My car has done 30,000 miles - I've always had it regularly serviced at VW.
I've read online that VW recommends the cambelt should be changed approx every 5 years, regardless of mileage.
I'm due for my service and am not sure whether to get the cambelt changed or not! With the waterpump, this has been quoted as approx £550.

Is it worth me making this change? I'm really not sure whether it's necessary at this point or not and would appreciate any advice

You should have the Cambelt changed, and it’s well worth having the water pump done at the same time.
If the Cambelt fails, it could cause a whole bunch of damage so it’s not worth neglecting.

My R is the same age and I had my water pump and cambelt changed last summer.