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FV08 XMS

2008 Daihatsu Copen

Grey Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Oct 2023
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

76,152 mi
Last recorded76,152 miles
Recorded on13 Oct 2022
Typical for 2008 Daihatsu Copen39,779 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV08 XMS
MakeDaihatsu
ModelCopen
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Oct 2022 76,152 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2021 75,714 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2020 74,991 miles

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

corrosion to offside rear inner wheel arch

Fail 5 Oct 2020 74,977 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

corrosion to offside rear inner wheel arch

Pass 12 Feb 2019 74,079 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2019 74,065 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 23 Jan 2018 73,772 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2017 71,595 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 11 Feb 2016 67,628 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2016 67,615 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 29 May 2015 65,111 miles
Pass 13 May 2014 59,635 miles

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

Pass 28 May 2013 56,013 miles
Pass 21 May 2012 52,570 miles
Fail 21 May 2012 52,570 miles

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

Pass 14 May 2011 45,171 miles

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

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

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

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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FV08 XMS is a 2008 Daihatsu Copen in Grey with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 FV08 XMS, 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 FV08 XMS registered?

FV08 XMS is a 2008 Daihatsu Copen, first registered on 4 June 2008.

Is FV08 XMS safe to buy?

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