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HD08 PTX

2008 Daihatsu Copen

Red Petrol 1298cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Apr 2027
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

111,641 mi
Last recorded111,641 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 Daihatsu Copen39,779 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHD08 PTX
MakeDaihatsu
ModelCopen
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,298cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 23 Apr 2026 111,641 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all 4 cracking and perishing in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

general corrosion to underside and suspension components

Pass 1 Apr 2025 111,626 miles

Age related corrosion to underside

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

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

Fail 1 Apr 2025 111,626 miles

Age related corrosion to underside

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Front Upper Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

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

Pass 27 Feb 2024 111,379 miles

most suspension bushes perished

o/s/r outer sill and sill end/inner arch corroding

rust and corrosion in various places

track rod and swivel boots perished

washers weak

Pass 28 Feb 2023 110,549 miles

rust patches in various patches

Pass 23 Feb 2022 109,601 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2022 109,600 miles

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

Offside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 3 Mar 2021 108,654 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2020 107,790 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2019 104,068 miles

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively slight (1.2.1 (e))

light surface rust

Pass 7 Mar 2018 99,563 miles

rear tyres slightly feathered & perishing

Pass 10 Mar 2017 96,652 miles

o/s/f tyre cut

rear tyres slightly feathered

Pass 7 Mar 2016 89,694 miles

n/s/f tyre on limits

Fail 7 Mar 2016 89,694 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

n/s/f tyre on limits

Pass 27 Feb 2015 82,648 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2015 82,647 miles

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

front discs worn & rusty

Pass 5 Mar 2014 71,723 miles

rear tyres worn un-even

small splits on wipers

Pass 1 Mar 2013 58,115 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2012 45,436 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2011 31,583 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2011 31,583 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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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HD08 PTX is a 2008 Daihatsu Copen in Red with a 1,298cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 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 HD08 PTX, 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 HD08 PTX registered?

HD08 PTX is a 2008 Daihatsu Copen, first registered on 13 March 2008.

Is HD08 PTX safe to buy?

The MOT history for HD08 PTX shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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