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GU08 SFZ

2008 Daihatsu Copen

Grey Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Mar 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

22,246 mi
Last recorded22,246 miles
Recorded on25 Feb 2026
Typical for 2008 Daihatsu Copen39,779 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU08 SFZ
MakeDaihatsu
ModelCopen
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Feb 2026 22,246 miles

Boot lid slightly loose (6.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Mar 2025 21,847 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2024 21,346 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2024 21,346 miles

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 7 Mar 2023 20,656 miles

underside around fuel tank heavily corroded

Pass 8 Mar 2022 19,834 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2021 19,287 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2020 19,044 miles

Boot lid slightly loose (6.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Mar 2019 18,043 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2018 17,212 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2017 16,351 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2017 16,351 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 29 Feb 2016 13,041 miles

rear foot & hand brake imbalance.

rear tyres perishing

Pass 26 Feb 2015 11,963 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2015 11,963 miles

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 3 Mar 2014 10,766 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2013 9,644 miles

front tyres wearing on edges

Pass 1 Mar 2012 7,453 miles

f/tyres wearing on edges

Pass 4 Mar 2011 6,598 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

both front tyres are showing signs of age

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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GU08 SFZ 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 GU08 SFZ, 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 GU08 SFZ registered?

GU08 SFZ is a 2008 Daihatsu Copen, first registered on 7 March 2008.

Is GU08 SFZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for GU08 SFZ 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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