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J25 LBW

2001 Volkswagen Beetle

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Nov 2026
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

50,022 mi
Last recorded50,022 miles
Recorded on18 Nov 2025
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Beetle79,088 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ25 LBW
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Nov 2025 50,022 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2024 47,980 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2024 47,980 miles

Nearside Front Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Fail 20 Sep 2024 47,884 miles

Emissions unable to be completed C.O to high affecting emissions (8.2.1.2 (d))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

REAR EXHAUST CLAMP CORRODED

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOTH SIDES STRONG ADVISE (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 23 Aug 2023 45,494 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and cracking (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and cracking (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 9 Aug 2022 43,682 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2021 41,950 miles
Pass 31 May 2019 40,452 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2018 37,457 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2017 104,062 miles
Fail 26 May 2017 29,013 miles

Steering damper leaking oil (2.2.C.1f)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 12 May 2016 19,551 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2015 18,516 miles
Fail 18 Dec 2014 18,493 miles

Exhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard (7.1.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 1 Sep 2011 17,470 miles

slight judder noted on front brakes

Pass 11 Jul 2009 17,229 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2008 16,487 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2007 15,083 miles
Pass 3 May 2006 13,284 miles

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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J25 LBW is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

Across all 2001 Volkswagen Beetle models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.7% with a typical mileage of 79,088 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 J25 LBW, 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 25 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 J25 LBW registered?

J25 LBW is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 1 March 2001.

Is J25 LBW safe to buy?

The MOT history for J25 LBW shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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