Burnt out clutch on a Volkswagen Caddy - can this be right?

I bought a Volkswgaen Caddy (manual) with 6000 miles on clock, clutch has now burnt out at 19000 miles. I there a problem with clutch/flywheel on these vans? It's 62-plate.

Asked on 17 March 2013 by bluecam

Answered by Honest John
Volkswagen only warrants clutches for six months or 6,000 miles.
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