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DG08 MVM

2008 Daihatsu Copen

Grey Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Dec 2021
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

101,778 mi
Last recorded101,778 miles
Recorded on11 Dec 2020
Typical for 2008 Daihatsu Copen39,779 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG08 MVM
MakeDaihatsu
ModelCopen
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Dec 2020 101,778 miles
Fail 11 Dec 2020 101,778 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

Pass 10 May 2019 93,961 miles
Pass 1 May 2018 84,236 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2017 71,083 miles

osr tyre has edge wear

slight wear in brake caliper slider bolts

Pass 28 Jul 2016 61,842 miles

front plate damaged

Fail 28 Jul 2016 61,842 miles

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

front plate damaged

Pass 28 Jul 2015 53,417 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 25 Jul 2014 42,464 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2013 32,554 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 30 Jul 2012 28,546 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Pass 30 Jul 2012 28,546 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2011 25,062 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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DG08 MVM is a 2008 Daihatsu Copen in Grey with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 DG08 MVM, 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.

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What year was DG08 MVM registered?

DG08 MVM is a 2008 Daihatsu Copen, first registered on 1 May 2008.

Is DG08 MVM safe to buy?

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