No Spark. Starter Turns.

I have a 1990 VW passat from Germany. (If that makes a differance.) Anyway the fuel pump kicks on, the starter will spin but the engine will not turn over. I do not have any spark at the coil or the plugs, and the rotor will move only about 1/4" when cranking. Any leads is greatly appreciated..

Broken timing belt. If it's a 16V then watch out for bent valves.

Yes it was indeed the timing belt. Unlucky for me all the valves are bent. Thanks for the help boschmann