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FL08 TZG

2008 Daihatsu Copen

Grey Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Apr 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

45,731 mi
Last recorded45,731 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 Daihatsu Copen39,779 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFL08 TZG
MakeDaihatsu
ModelCopen
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2026 45,731 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 7 Apr 2025 44,009 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 15 Apr 2024 41,891 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 4 Apr 2023 40,028 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2022 37,466 miles

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

Fail 22 Jul 2022 37,321 miles

Offside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective split (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Jul 2021 33,573 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2020 31,644 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Jul 2019 28,605 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2018 22,400 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2017 20,950 miles

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

Fail 13 Jul 2017 20,950 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 11 Jul 2016 19,241 miles

slight oil leak from oil filter

Fail 11 Jul 2016 19,241 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

slight oil leak from oil filter

Pass 6 Jul 2015 17,584 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2014 15,655 miles

all tyres cracking in tread

Pass 13 Jun 2013 13,772 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2012 11,660 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2011 9,216 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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FL08 TZG is a 2008 Daihatsu Copen in Grey with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 FL08 TZG, 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 FL08 TZG registered?

FL08 TZG is a 2008 Daihatsu Copen, first registered on 12 May 2008.

Is FL08 TZG safe to buy?

The MOT history for FL08 TZG shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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