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C111 JAK

2009 Volkswagen Beetle

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Aug 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

63,874 mi
Last recorded63,874 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2026
Typical for 2009 Volkswagen Beetle58,187 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC111 JAK
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Aug 2026 63,874 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2025 62,155 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2024 59,894 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2023 57,852 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2022 55,898 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2021 53,868 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2020 52,121 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2019 49,788 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 6 Aug 2018 46,968 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2017 44,446 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

Pass 8 Aug 2016 40,512 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2016 40,512 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2015 36,774 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2014 31,778 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2013 24,114 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2012 18,965 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 14 Aug 2012 18,965 miles

Offside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

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)

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Beetle?

Based on 1,719,137 MOT tests across 112,454 vehicles.

71.7%
Pass Rate
4,798
Miles/Year
56
Year Lifespan
112,454
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 44,561
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 33,096
Stop lamp not working 28,079
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 27,964
Headlamp not working on dipped beam 23,197
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C111 JAK is a 2009 Volkswagen Beetle in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

Across all 2009 Volkswagen Beetle models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.9% with a typical mileage of 58,187 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Beetle fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 44,561 recorded failures. If you're considering buying C111 JAK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Beetle typically stays on UK roads for around 56 years. At 17 years old, this Volkswagen Beetle is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was C111 JAK registered?

C111 JAK is a 2009 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 18 August 2009.

Is C111 JAK safe to buy?

The MOT history for C111 JAK shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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