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DJ55 SSS

2008 Daihatsu Copen

Grey Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Oct 2026
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

56,255 mi
Last recorded56,255 miles
Recorded on20 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 Daihatsu Copen39,779 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDJ55 SSS
MakeDaihatsu
ModelCopen
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Oct 2025 56,255 miles

Offside Front seat belt slow to retract

Fail 20 Oct 2025 56,255 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Offside Front seat belt slow to retract

Pass 16 Sep 2024 56,246 miles

Offside Front seat belt slow to retract

Fail 16 Sep 2024 56,246 miles

Rear Position lamp has a product on the lens or light source which significantly reduces light intensity both rears tails (4.2.3 (b) (ii))

Offside Front seat belt slow to retract

Pass 21 Aug 2023 56,214 miles

Rear Position lamp has a product on the lens or light source but not adversely affecting light intensity both (4.2.3 (b) (ii))

Pass 24 Aug 2021 56,113 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2020 55,944 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2019 53,788 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 23 Mar 2018 53,784 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2016 53,581 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2016 53,581 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 31 Jul 2015 52,257 miles
Pass 2 May 2014 48,462 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 1 May 2013 44,363 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 1 May 2013 44,363 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2012 40,599 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2011 26,448 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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DJ55 SSS is a 2008 Daihatsu Copen in Grey with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 DJ55 SSS, 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

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What year was DJ55 SSS registered?

DJ55 SSS is a 2008 Daihatsu Copen, first registered on 21 May 2008.

Is DJ55 SSS safe to buy?

The MOT history for DJ55 SSS shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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