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AD59 UVJ

2009 Volkswagen Beetle

Blue Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Feb 2027
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

115,570 mi
Last recorded115,570 miles
Recorded on4 Feb 2026
Typical for 2009 Volkswagen Beetle58,187 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD59 UVJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Feb 2026 115,570 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2025 110,220 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2024 105,575 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2023 100,386 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2022 93,284 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2021 89,098 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2019 79,594 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2018 70,781 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2018 70,780 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 14 Mar 2017 40,352 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2016 21,342 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2015 20,399 miles
Fail 15 Dec 2015 20,399 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure perished to excess sidewall (4.1.D.1b)

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed perished to excess sidewall (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed perished to excess sidewall (4.1.D.1b)

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

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed perished to excess sidewall (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 11 Dec 2014 16,325 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2013 12,479 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2012 8,903 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2012 8,903 miles

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

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

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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AD59 UVJ is a 2009 Volkswagen Beetle in Blue with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 AD59 UVJ, 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 AD59 UVJ registered?

AD59 UVJ is a 2009 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 21 December 2009.

Is AD59 UVJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AD59 UVJ shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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