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ALE 354A

2005 Volkswagen Golf

Black Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Oct 2026
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

196,989 mi
Last recorded196,989 miles
Recorded on2 Oct 2025
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Golf87,832 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationALE 354A
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Oct 2025 196,989 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2024 188,102 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2023 174,454 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2022 163,545 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2021 148,515 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2020 139,286 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Fail 15 Aug 2020 139,286 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Front Position lamp with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Aug 2019 135,786 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2018 128,216 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2017 123,685 miles

Drivers seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism worn

Engine light on

Nearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 19 Aug 2016 10,924 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2015 10,606 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

engine covers

under cover

Pass 26 Jul 2014 98,815 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2013 97,713 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2013 97,713 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 23 Jul 2012 97,128 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 23 Jul 2012 97,128 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 6 Jun 2011 88,418 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2010 74,378 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Wiper blades smearing slightly

Pass 29 Jul 2009 59,506 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2008 47,226 miles

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Golf?

Based on 22,270,993 MOT tests across 1,787,037 vehicles.

74.9%
Pass Rate
6,735
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
1,787,037
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 700,382
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 301,629
Stop lamp not working 260,234
position lamp(s) not working 257,206
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 229,092
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ALE 354A is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf in Black with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2005 Volkswagen Golf models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.1% with a typical mileage of 87,832 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Golf fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 700,382 recorded failures. If you're considering buying ALE 354A, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Golf typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 21 years old, this Volkswagen Golf is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of ALE 354A?

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What year was ALE 354A registered?

ALE 354A is a 2005 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 29 July 2005.

Is ALE 354A safe to buy?

The MOT history for ALE 354A shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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