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BN08 VPA

2008 Daihatsu Copen

Silver Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Apr 2026
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

148,971 mi
Last recorded148,971 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2025
Typical for 2008 Daihatsu Copen39,779 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN08 VPA
MakeDaihatsu
ModelCopen
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Apr 2025 148,971 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2025 148,971 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Aug 2022 148,894 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2021 148,865 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2020 148,773 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2019 148,359 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2018 140,669 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2017 127,036 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2016 49,466 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2015 89,539 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 20 Mar 2015 89,539 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 1 Mar 2014 68,654 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2013 52,600 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2012 26,000 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)

Pass 31 Mar 2011 14,810 miles

How Reliable is the Daihatsu Copen?

Based on 38,710 MOT tests across 2,415 vehicles.

79.6%
Pass Rate
2,614
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
2,415
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 717
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 540
Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits 452
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 306
brake disc excessively pitted 194
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BN08 VPA is a 2008 Daihatsu Copen in Silver with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 2008 Daihatsu Copen models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.6% with a typical mileage of 39,779 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Daihatsu Copen fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 717 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BN08 VPA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Daihatsu Copen typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 18 years old, this Daihatsu Copen is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of BN08 VPA?

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What year was BN08 VPA registered?

BN08 VPA is a 2008 Daihatsu Copen, first registered on 31 March 2008.

Is BN08 VPA safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN08 VPA shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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