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FG53 OAU

2003 Daihatsu Copen

Silver Petrol 659cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Dec 2023
Tests20 (13 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate65%

Mileage

122,227 mi
Last recorded122,227 miles
Recorded on29 Nov 2022
Typical for 2003 Daihatsu Copen46,246 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG53 OAU
MakeDaihatsu
ModelCopen
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine659cc

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MOT History

13 pass 7 fail
Pass 29 Nov 2022 122,227 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 27 Nov 2022 122,225 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 2 Dec 2021 121,300 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 29 Nov 2021 121,297 miles

Emissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))

Nearside Rear Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 13 Jul 2018 121,278 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened o/s and n/s (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 5 Dec 2016 44,145 miles

Central Front Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Front tires worn close to the legal limit

Nearside Front Seat belt attachment fitting slightly deteriorated (5.2.3)

Fail 5 Dec 2016 44,145 miles

Central Front Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Front tires worn close to the legal limit

Nearside Front Seat belt attachment fitting slightly deteriorated (5.2.3)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 4 Dec 2015 117,482 miles

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Fail 4 Dec 2015 117,482 miles

Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam bothsides (1.7.5a)

Rear Stop lamp not working bothsides (1.2.1b)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 28 Nov 2014 114,390 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2013 106,135 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2012 98,411 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2012 98,411 miles

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 23 Nov 2011 89,967 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2010 83,484 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2009 78,336 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2008 69,241 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2008 69,241 miles

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Pass 1 Dec 2007 55,665 miles

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

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

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 28 Nov 2006 33,898 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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FG53 OAU is a 2003 Daihatsu Copen in Silver with a 659cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65%.

Across all 2003 Daihatsu Copen models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.8% with a typical mileage of 46,246 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 FG53 OAU, 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 23 years old, this Daihatsu Copen is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was FG53 OAU registered?

FG53 OAU is a 2003 Daihatsu Copen, first registered on 5 December 2003.

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