Volkswagen Passat B7 Estate Tail Light Lamp Rear Right O/S 3AF945096C

Visual condition of the part

The product shows signs of use visible in the photos.

Volkswagen Passat B7 Estate Tail Light Lamp Rear Right O/S is an original component from the Rear lights and brake lights group, designed for installation on the right side of the rear bodywork. This used lamp ensures a factory fit for the Passat B7 Estate, maintaining the correct geometry, aesthetics, and lighting parameters in accordance with the manufacturer's requirements.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 3AF945096C
• Mark: Volkswagen
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 3AF945096C
• Substitutable numbers: 3AF945096C, 3AF 945 096 C
• Location on the vehicle: Rear, Right
• Category: Rear Light Assemblies

Purpose and fitment for the Passat B7 Estate

The presented tail light has been designed specifically for the estate body style of the Volkswagen Passat B7, intended for the rear right side of the vehicle. This ensures the correct body line, alignment with the tailgate and adjacent body panels, as well as the proper arrangement of lighting functions – position, brake, and turn signal – in line with the factory layout.

Thanks to a design consistent with the solutions used by the manufacturer, the lamp works with the car's electrical system without the need for modifications, which facilitates installation and reduces the risk of lighting operation errors.

Function and safety of rear lighting

The tail light in the Passat B7 Estate is responsible for clearly signaling the vehicle's maneuvers to drivers behind. Properly functioning rear lights and brake lights are crucial for safety, especially during braking, night driving, and in conditions of limited visibility.

• clear position light increasing vehicle visibility from a long distance,
• distinct brake light signal informing of braking,
• correct position and geometry of light sources relative to the bodywork.

The original design of the lamp helps maintain compliance with vehicle lighting regulations and minimizes the risk of uneven illumination or incorrect light distribution.

Characteristics of the used component

The offered lamp is a used component, which in practice means it comes from vehicle dismantling and retains its factory construction and mounting layout. This type of component is a good choice for post-accident repairs, replacing a damaged lens, or restoring the car to a state consistent with the original manufacturer's specification.

Using an original tail light allows you to avoid problems typical of aftermarket replacements, such as differences in lens shade, poor fitment with the bodywork, or different placement of light points. This is particularly important when you want to maintain a consistent aesthetic of the rear bodywork and proper cooperation with the vehicle's factory control systems.

Benefits of using an original tail light

Choosing this tail light for the Passat B7 Estate brings a number of practical advantages:

• factory fit for the estate body – no need for mounting modifications,
• preservation of the original styling line of the rear of the vehicle,
• proper cooperation with the electrical system and light control systems,
• reasonable repair cost thanks to the use of a verified used component.

For users who care about maintaining the car in a condition close to factory, using an original tail light is a technically safe solution that is aesthetically consistent with the rest of the lighting.

Related components and additional information

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the rear lighting zone in your Volkswagen and need other elements from the same group, such as combination lamps, fog lights, or additional brake light modules, check the available parts in the Volkswagen rear lights and brake lights category.

If you are interested in a broader context of using dismantled parts in modern cars, including advanced electronic systems, it is worth reading an article describing a practical approach to repairing modules and multimedia systems in BMW – you can find it here: Driving pleasure for years – how to take care of iDrive systems and electronic modules in BMW 3 and 5 series models.