What it looks like to me is that the Bug stood up quite well the a very hard hit. The cabin area is not deformed. It is a credit to VW that you are able to walk away.
I lost control on a slick highway 8/05 and struck a bridge going 30 mpg SIDEWAYS(I'm now a great believer is side air-bags) and walked away without a scratch. I punched the driver's door in at the hinge, 12 inches.
In cases where it is discretionary what the officer did, I would argue to see what exactly he wrote and by what witnesses the officer determined fault. In actuality, the law says you can go left across traffic ONLY when it is clear. Pleading Not Guilty in most states, you can ask for a pre-trial conference with the prosecuting attorney. They will usually look at the evidence and may reduce fines and consider contributory cause. I'd seek legal counsel in your state.
Depending on too many variables to discuss here, this is a case that you should attempt to fight. Many states, it is a requirement to stop if able. It seems the other driver was contributory. Assigning blame will reduce the affect to your insurance premiums.
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