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J900 UDE

2001 Volkswagen Beetle

Red Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Apr 2027
Tests27 (21 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

57,803 mi
Last recorded57,803 miles
Recorded on13 Apr 2026
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Beetle79,088 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ900 UDE
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

21 pass 6 fail
Pass 13 Apr 2026 57,803 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Apr 2025 57,268 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2025 57,233 miles

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting Sill corroded and holed (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting Sill corroded and holed (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Centre sleeve clamp (6.1.2 (a))

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both front bottom arm rear bushes starting to unbond (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Centre floor holed (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Centre part of the sill corroded and holed (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill holed (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Floor holed (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Centre part of the sill corroded and holed (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 5 Apr 2024 56,792 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2022 56,550 miles
Fail 20 Dec 2022 56,448 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 20 Dec 2021 56,230 miles
Fail 20 Dec 2021 56,230 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (3.3 (b) (ii))

Pass 9 Dec 2020 54,849 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2019 54,095 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2018 52,671 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2017 50,890 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2016 48,742 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2015 46,538 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2014 44,643 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2013 42,385 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2012 40,325 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2011 37,697 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2010 35,872 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 6 Dec 2010 35,872 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2009 33,572 miles
Fail 17 Dec 2009 33,572 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 18 Dec 2008 31,041 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Pass 2 Jan 2008 27,220 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 2 Jan 2008 27,220 miles

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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)

oil leak from sump plug

Pass 2 Jan 2007 24,365 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2006 19,815 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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J900 UDE is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle in Red with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 J900 UDE, 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 J900 UDE registered?

J900 UDE is a 2001 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 9 January 2001.

Is J900 UDE safe to buy?

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