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GJ53 DXR

2003 Daihatsu Copen

Black Petrol 659cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Jun 2027
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

59,360 mi
Last recorded59,360 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2026
Typical for 2003 Daihatsu Copen46,246 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJ53 DXR
MakeDaihatsu
ModelCopen
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine659cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Jun 2026 59,360 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2025 58,974 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2025 58,974 miles

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

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 30 May 2025 58,955 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 3 May 2024 58,461 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2022 58,242 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2021 58,105 miles
Pass 3 May 2019 57,914 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2018 57,664 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2016 57,327 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2015 56,580 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2014 55,922 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Offside Front front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Pass 17 Aug 2013 54,827 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

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

Pass 13 Aug 2012 35,687 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2011 24,799 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2010 24,422 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2009 23,904 miles
Pass 27 May 2008 23,613 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2008 20,946 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2006 16,291 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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GJ53 DXR is a 2003 Daihatsu Copen in Black with a 659cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 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 GJ53 DXR, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GJ53 DXR registered?

GJ53 DXR is a 2003 Daihatsu Copen, first registered on 29 November 2003.

Is GJ53 DXR safe to buy?

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